Bordered by the North Atlantic Ocean on the west and south coasts, Portugal is the western limit of the European Continent. The strong influence of the Mediterranean Sea in the southeast coast makes ocean waters relatively warm and calm all year long. On the contrary, southwest and west coasts are under the intense influence of the Atlantic Ocean with stronger winds and waves, especially during the winter. Portugal is therefore located in an interface between two distinct geographical features, presenting different ecological and climatic characteristics according with the regions.
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