Attractions in the Azores: description and reviews

The Azores, located in a group in the Atlantic Ocean, invariably attract travelers with the possibility of an excellent rest in silence, seclusion, tranquility. Each island is an amazing world of picturesque flora, unique natural monuments, wide opportunities for sea fishing, sailing, surfing, diving. The sights of the Azores are connected, first of all, with natural phenomena and beach entertainments.

The amazing beauty of the island of San Miguel

This is the largest island of the archipelago. San Miguel (Azores), whose attractions are amazing, boasts lush vegetation, cleanest natural lakes and thermal springs. A unique landscape of the Terra-Nostra Nature Park is preserved on 12 hectares. The sight of tourists in all its glory appears Lagoa do Fogu - a lake, located in the depths of the volcanic crater. Hence the second name of the lake is "fiery".

The Vale-dash-Furnas valley attracts travelers with thermal springs and a sky-blue lake, freely located on the open air. Island monasteries carefully preserve the culture and history of San Miguel:

• In the monastery of St. Andrew (Ponta Delgada), a museum was established, in which valuable ethnographic and biological exhibits are displayed.
• The Esparanc monastery is famous for its authentic tiles of the 17th century and the statue of Christ the Miracle-Worker, the patroness of the grandiose annual religious festival.

South Island of Santa Maria

At a distance of 82 kilometers south of San Miguel is a small island of Santa Maria. Here, one of the earliest settlements of the discoverers who settled the Azores was formed. Landmarks of the island confirm the ancient origin of the village Vila Do Porto.

Here you can see ancient houses built in the 15th century, unique ancient mills, a chapel and the temple of the Holy Spirit against the backdrop of the mighty Atlantic Ocean. Santa Maria is famous for the fact that here in August famous rock festivals are held.

Faial Island in the heart of the archipelago

The sights of the Azores in the central part of the archipelago are concentrated on the island of Faial. Here there is a relic beech forest. To the shores of the Fayal, whales and sperm whales sail, alongside the coastline, dolphins play freely. The coastal zone provides an excellent opportunity for diving and underwater photo hunting. On the island at a high level conditions for equestrian sport and golf are created.

Piku: a unique volcano on the island of the same name

7 kilometers from Fayal stretches the island of Piku, 42 km long and 15 km wide. Above the island, the summit of the volcano from the Guinness Book of Records is rising. Its height above the surface of the island is small - only 2351 meters. But the underwater part is truly gigantic - 6098 meters. The volcano is active. Despite the fact that its eruption occurred in 1963, fresh tracks of lava flows are visible on the slopes.

Piku is a true treasure that the Azores can boast of. The sights, photos of which are presented in the article, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to the unique landscape of volcanic origin and unique vineyards.

San Jorge

Located in the middle of the archipelago of San Jorge, along with the islands of Pico and Fayal, forms a kind of triangle. Extruded at a length of 53 km (with a width of 8 km), the island is like a ship that cuts the waters of the Atlantic. On San Jorge the sights of the Azores are represented by ancient buildings built in the XVII-XVIII centuries. Island towns and villages meet tourists with narrow streets, on which there are ancient temples, churches, town hall. In the coastal Ursselin, a bell tower rises from the frozen lava. It is built on the site of a church that was buried by a fiery lava during the strongest volcanic eruption.

Paradise for lovers - Graciosa

The white island of Graciosa, opened in the 15th century, is small and cozy. Its remoteness is the main value for tourists dreaming of a quiet, secluded rest. Here you can safely hide from civilization and from people. The only settlement is Santa Cruz Da Gracioza.

Blinding with its whiteness the landscape, sparkling white walls of ancient houses in the sun - the surrounding world gives travelers a sense of joy and delight. Striking silence accompanies tourists. Lush greenery, a sparkling world against the backdrop of a vast ocean, a bottomless sky above your head is a true paradise for couples in love, romantics.

The sights of the Azores are concentrated here under the status of a biosphere reserve, where you can see the crater of the Furna Da Caldeira volcano with an underground lake from outside and inside, visit the incredibly bizarre Sulfur cave, thermal and hydrogen sulfide springs.

Terceira is an island treasure

The island of Terceira, discovered by Europeans was one of the first, appeared as a result of the eruption of four volcanoes. One of them - Santa Barbara - still remains active. The island city of Angra Do Heroismo is a historical capital, famous for the Azores. The sights associated with the ancient buildings of the city are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Magnificent island beaches have a quiet rest, great waves attract surfers and yachtsmen. There are a lot of beautiful places on the island. Among them, one can single out a 100-meter deep cave of Algar Do Carvao with an internal lake, stalactites and stalagmites, natural parks, the Misterio Dos Negros lake reserve, Monte Brasil mountain. The island is also famous for its bright festivals and festive processions.

Flores Island

The western island of Flores was discovered by the Europeans as one of the last. It is interesting for thermal springs, lakes in the craters of sleeping volcanoes, popular among tourists. From the mountain slopes, the Ribeira Grande falls spectacularly. Among the natural monuments - grotto Enshareusz. On the island throughout the summer on Sundays, the Holy Spirit is celebrated.

Corvus Island

To the north of the island of Flores is Corvus (translated - "crow"), which is home to 430 people. The natural feature of the island is two bright blue lakes, spilling into the old crater of the volcano. On the island, tourists can visit the church of the XVI century, stroll through the ancient streets, admire the delightful panorama, opening from a high hill.

Along the coast lined with ancient mills. They are built of volcanic tuff - black, like a raven's wing, and triangular-shaped blades are sewn from canvas linens. The unique design of windmills, which rotate after the wind, from whatever side it blows.

Azores through the eyes of travelers

Tourists who visited the Azores attractions, reviews leave only enthusiastic:

• Stunning impressions remain from the volcano Piku on the island of the same name. The view from the top is breathtaking.
• It is impossible to admire the game of dolphins in the coastal waters of Fayal.
• Despite the problems with the infrastructure and minimal comfort, the Azores cause admiration and leave only positive emotions.
• Megapotyasayuschy view of the ocean, which will be remembered for life.

The true bliss is experienced by a traveler on the edge of the earth, on the shores of the great Atlantic Ocean under a clear blue sky. A unique and rare corner of nature is the Azores. Sightseeing, photo and description of the natural and cultural wealth of the archipelago are forever in the memory of tourists, causing a sense of joy and happiness.