= Continental Portugal
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Continental Portugal refers to the portion of Portugal that is located on the mainland of Europe, as opposed to its islands, which include the Azores and Madeira. The term is often used to distinguish the mainland from these island regions. Continental Portugal encompasses the majority of the country's population and major cities, including Lisbon (the capital), Porto, and Coimbra, and features a diverse geography, including mountains, valleys, and a coastline along the Atlantic Ocean.
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