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What US state is most like Portugal?

While California is relatively larger than Portugal as a country, there are so many similarities that they share.



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The similarities between Portugal and California are astounding, right from the climate, beaches, and even nature. You will find plants and hills that are almost identical in both places. While California is relatively larger than Portugal as a country, there are so many similarities that they share.

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Golden sands, sun-soaked beaches, turquoise waters and a friendly, welcoming vibe. These are images evoked by both California and the Algarve. Yet, the parallels between these two regions extend far beyond mere aesthetics. Delving deeper, one finds an array of shared cultural, culinary, and natural attributes.

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15 Places in the United States That Feel Like Europe
  1. New Orleans, Louisiana. Founded in 1718, the French Quarter is the oldest part of the Big Easy. ...
  2. Pella, Iowa. ...
  3. St. ...
  4. Cape Cod, Massachusetts. ...
  5. Virginia Wine Country. ...
  6. Sonoma County, California. ...
  7. Grand Marais, Minnesota. ...
  8. Aspen, Colorado.


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Frankenmuth - Michigan. First up on our list of 14 most European cities in North America is Frankenmuth, which is a city in the US state of Michigan and home to Franconian-style timber-framed buildings.

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California is more like Italy in size, shape, and the diversity of climates from north to south.

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Both countries are absolutely gorgeous but if you MUST pick one go as per your travel tastes. Italy for food and culture but go to Portugal for beaches and weather.

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In fact, the average cost of living in Portugal is around €1,608 (€1,500) per month, depending on what part of Portugal you're living in. Overall, Portugal is considered one of the cheapest countries in Western Europe and is, on average, 50 percent cheaper than living in the United States.

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Lisbon is distinctly European in the way that you easily stumble upon historical buildings and architecture while walking around. But, because it's also a lot like San Francisco, it's very, very hilly.

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Aveiro earned the nickname, The Venice of Portugal because of the canals that roll lazily through the urban landscape. For a unique view of the city's main sights, tourists often embark on guided tours in the Moliceiro boats.

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