porto

Porto, located at the mouth of the Dolo River, is the second largest city in Portugal. The Dolo River winds through the whole city, where there are many famous historical buildings. Located at the Douro estuary in the northwest, about 5 kilometers west of the Atlantic Ocean. Population is 327,000 (198 1). More importantly, Porto is a wine distribution center in the upper reaches of the Duoluo River, and the mellow Porto wine is known as the "first ambassador" of Portugal. The city was built in the 5th century. The old city is built on the hilly slope of the east coast, and most of the new cities are on the north shore. East of the city is the Duluo River Gorge, with three bridges, one of which is the railway bridge into the city. The economic center of northern Portugal. Industries are mainly textiles (cotton, wool, silk) and food (wine, etc.). ), cork processing, machinery, chemical industry and oil refining. Railway and highway hubs. An important seaport exporting wine, olive oil and fruit. Due to the expansion of sandbars in the estuary and the seasonal variation of river water volume, 1890 established an outer port, Laixiong Shi Jiao, 5 kilometers northwest of the Atlantic coast. There are Porto University and Museum (prehistoric and Roman handicrafts). Many medieval churches and beaches attract tourists. Six kings of Portugal were born here, and the first university in this country was established, which is also one of the oldest universities in Europe. In 7 1 1 year, the moors came here, and since then, the city has become a gathering place for business exchanges between northern Christianity and southern Arab world. /kloc-in the 0/2 century, the city gradually formed its present model, which was divided into two parts: the upper cultural district and the lower commercial district.

Located in the coastal plain, it is warm in winter and cool in summer, with an annual precipitation of 900 mm and fertile soil. It is an important agricultural area nearby, rich in grapes, olives and oranges. The city was founded in the 5th century, and gradually developed into an important port and commercial and handicraft center from 12 to15th century. From 16 to 18 century, Portugal was a trading port connecting western Europe. Since the 20th century, the economy has developed day by day and become an important economic center in the northwest. The main industrial sectors are shipbuilding, textile, automobile, tanning, chemistry, glass and ceramics. Cork products are world-famous and famous for exporting "Porto" brand wines. Portugal is a railway and highway hub in the north, which is connected with Lisbon by electrified railway and has a domestic airport. Fishing is also more important. The bathing beach is a local attraction. As the center of the parish, there are universities, regional archives and museums (prehistoric and ancient Roman artifacts, sculptures, paintings, money, etc. There are many medieval churches in this city, and the bell tower built in the18th century is the highest bell tower in Portugal.

Porto is the industrial and commercial center of the area north of the Montego River. Porto, where the Polish city is located, accounts for 50% of the country's foreign trade exports and one-third of the country's gross national product.

Porto is one of the ancient cities in Europe. The British army crossed the river and defeated the French army in the Pyrenees Peninsula War, 1809 occupied Porto. The ancient city was built on a hillside. There are/kloc-the famous Porto Cathedral and the early Gothic St. Martin's Church in Roman architecture in the 2nd century, as well as a cylindrical monastery and a 10-storey (246 feet) high monk tower. There are three bridges on the beautiful Douro River. Among them, Louis I of Spain Bridge is one of the largest arch bridges in Europe, with a length of 560 feet and two lanes. The shape of the arch bridge is roughly similar to the bottom of the Paris Tower, spanning the banks of the Douro River. The iron-wood balcony with local characteristics, the granite cliffs along the Duluo River and the lush gardens in the center of the street constitute a beautiful picture of this ancient city.

Porto is also a national cultural and educational center, with 38,700 institutions of higher learning, including the famous University of Porto and the Academy of Fine Arts. Cultural and sports facilities include Bolsa Palace (with the famous Arabian Hall, which has been changed into the Exchange Building), municipal library, gymnasium, crystal hall, regional archives and museums (including prehistoric and ancient Roman handicrafts, sculptures, paintings and money, etc.). Porto is also the hometown of Prince english, who advocated sailing and expedition to Africa. The navigator Henry 1394 was also born here. Porto is the most beautiful place to grow roses and camellias in Portugal. The beaches here are the most popular tourist destinations for domestic and foreign tourists.

Porto's main industries are shipbuilding, textile, cork, cotton and wool textile, tanning, pottery, cigarettes, food, furniture, electrical appliances, machinery, chemicals, fisheries and so on. The brewing industry is particularly developed. Porto is rich in "Porto" wine, which enjoys a high reputation in the world and enjoys the reputation of "wine market". The climate in this area is warm and humid, and the land is fertile, and vegetables, fruits and trees are planted. The railway, highway and air traffic in Porto and its surrounding areas are developed.

City flag of municipal archives: it is divided into 8 blocks, 4 white and 4 green, consisting of castle, Virgin Mary and 5 towers; Right in the middle is the city emblem. From left to right: Porto, a noble city with a long history, is always loyal and invincible.

City Seal: It consists of a castle and a statue of the Virgin Mary, and the text is "Porto City Government".

Alias: wine capital

English name: Porto

Famous scenic spots: Torredos Clerigos, Crystal Palace, Porto Cathedral, Buddhist Pagoda, Douro Estuary, Liberty Square.

Real was a strategic place in medieval Europe, where Catholics and Arabs repeatedly fought a tug-of-war, which ended in the victory of Catholics in the north. Up to now, the city still preserves the huge pine trees planted by King Don Tinis and the large castles built to resist the Arab attacks.