Algarve Coast [Portugal]
The Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal. It has an area of 5,412 square kms with approximately 451,005 permanent inhabitants, and incorporates 16 municipalities.
Tourism and related activities are extensive and make up the bulk of the Algarve's summer economy. Production of food, which includes fish and other seafood, fruit, oranges, carob beans, figs and almonds, is also economically important in the region. The Algarve is the most popular tourist destination in Portugal, and one of the most popular in Europe.
The Algarve is currently the third richest region in Portugal, after Lisbon and Madeira.
Read MoreTourism and related activities are extensive and make up the bulk of the Algarve's summer economy. Production of food, which includes fish and other seafood, fruit, oranges, carob beans, figs and almonds, is also economically important in the region. The Algarve is the most popular tourist destination in Portugal, and one of the most popular in Europe.
The Algarve is currently the third richest region in Portugal, after Lisbon and Madeira.
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