The currency in Portugal is the euro, which makes it a very worry-free destination for many other Europeans to visit when it comes to money matters (it is the currency of 13 European countries, used by 315 million people).
What do the colors of the flag mean? What do the colors of the flag mean? According to custom and tradition, white signifies purity and innocence; red, hardiness and valor; and blue signifies vigilance, perseverance, and justice. Ask the Flag Expert a Question. View more flag questions.
The flag has a white field, with a red Latin cross inside a blue canton. The shades of red and blue, and the dimensions of the flag and canton, have no official specifications. The Flag's Symbolism The flag's most conspicuous symbol is the Christian cross, the most universal symbol for Christianity.