Jun 10, 2022
Portugal National Day 2022
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Happy Portugal Day or Dia de Camões! This holiday honors the country’s independence after decades of Spanish rule. Today's Doodle is a tribute to the Portuguese sobreiro which was recently labeled The National Tree of Portugal.
Just like its people, the tree is resilient and brings great economic and environmental value to the country of Portugal. Because of the tree’s unique outer layer of cork, the country has become the world's largest producer of cork material. Interesting cork goods can be found in shops all over the country!
The tree’s layers are protective and fire resistant—a great home for countless insects and animals. In the small village of Águas de Moura, in Portugal, The Sobreiro Monumental stands as the tallest cork oak tree in the world—its importance has been reflected in Portuguese literature and art.
Although Libson is the capital, it's customary for the Portuguese President to choose a different city each year to host festivities. On the public holiday, joyous crowds parade up and down the city streets, dancing locals revel in their shared Portuguese heritage and fireworks light up the sky.
No matter which city is selected to be the hub, the celebrations branch out nationwide. Happy Portugal Day!
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