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It is Portugal's second largest city, after Lisbon, and an important Atlantic port. Its outer harbor is at Leixões . Oporto's most famous export is port wine, to which the city gives its name. Cork, fruits, olive oil, and building materials are also exported. Cotton, silk, and wool textiles are milled, wood and leather goods are made, and there are other manufactures.

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