The Portuguese Empire
The Portuguese Empire was one of the longest-lived empires in world history, spanning from the late 15th century until the mid-20th century.
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Brazil
Brazil: Jewel of the Portuguese Empire
Brazil was a Portuguese colony from the early 16th century until it gained independence in the early in the 19th century.
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World’s Busiest Sea Ports
Most of the world’s busiest sea ports are in Asia. Of the world’s top ten, six are in China.
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St Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is the feast day of St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, celebrated each year on March the 17th on the day of his death more than 1500 years ago.
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The Worlds Most Visited Tourist Sites
Here is our list of the twenty most visited tourist sites in the world, compiled from our survey of global listings. As international tourism returns after Covid-19, some of these sites now suffer from over tourism and require timed tickets to be booked in advance.
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