Bougado is a civil parish in the municipality of Trofa, Porto, Portugal, located in the northern part of the country. The parish has a population of 8,029 inhabitants and an area of 10.43 km². It is situated in the metropolitan area of Porto, and is crossed by the Leça River. The weather in Bougado is temperate, with mild winters and warm summers. The parish has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. It was part of the Roman province of Gallaecia, and was later conquered by the Visigoths and the Moors. In the 12th century, it was reconquered by the Portuguese, and became part of the Kingdom of Portugal. Bougado is home to several historical monuments, including the Church of São Miguel de Bougado, which dates back to the 12th century.
Geographic Data for Bougado, Porto, Portugal
| Latitude | 41° 20.000' |
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| Longitude | -8° -33.000' |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |