8. Portugal

Portugal is known for a high Human Development Index. It also has a good quality of life and health-care system.

The Crown Jewels of Portugal are also called the Portuguese Royal Crown. There is only one such crown left of the Portuguese Royal family. An interesting fact about this crown is that from 1640 to 1910, it was not worn by the royalty but kept beside them. King John IV had kept his crown near the base of an image of ‘Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception’ by quoting that she was "the real Queen of Portugal.” The crown is made only of gold and red velvet, made in an imperial format for the acclamation of King John VI. It is currently housed in the Ajuda Palace, Lisbon.