This bay is one of the most impressive landscapes on Santa Maria, with vineyards cascading down the terraced hillsides, creating a stunning vista. It’s also home to a popular beach, ideal for swimming and relaxation. If you’re into photography, this spot offers breathtaking views that are perfect for capturing the island’s beauty.
Known as the “red desert,” Barreiro da Faneca is a unique geological area due to its reddish soil. This location offers hiking […]
A row of whitewashed houses flanking a long beach indented by low rocks jutting into the ocean.
The fort overlooks the port and still maintains its old cannons aimed toward the ocean. The chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição […]
A place where Christopher Columbus’ crew disembarked to fulfil a vow. A statute of Columbus and a lateral ogival door serve witness […]
