Portugal's location as the most westerly part of continental Europe, surrounded on two sides by the Atlantic has had a decisive impact on Portuguese history and culture. In 1415 Portugal embarked on maritime explo...Portugal's location as the most westerly part of continental Europe, surrounded on two sides by the Atlantic has had a decisive impact on Portuguese history and culture. In 1415 Portugal embarked on maritime exploration which brought a diverse international influence to its culture. This contact with other nations has had a far-reaching impact on the Portuguese identity, particularly on the hospitable nature of the people. Allied with this universal outlook.展开更多
文摘Portugal's location as the most westerly part of continental Europe, surrounded on two sides by the Atlantic has had a decisive impact on Portuguese history and culture. In 1415 Portugal embarked on maritime exploration which brought a diverse international influence to its culture. This contact with other nations has had a far-reaching impact on the Portuguese identity, particularly on the hospitable nature of the people. Allied with this universal outlook.
