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The Port of Horta boasts one of the world’s most notable ocean marinas. Hundreds of yachts from around the world stop here annually on their voyages across the North Atlantic, a tradition dating back to the 19th century.

Horta Marina

This 5,600 m2 garden serves two purposes: it preserves the island’s diverse biological species and raises environmental awareness.

Faial Botanical Garden

The Impérios, also known as “theatres” of the Holy Spirit, are like colourful guiding beacons in this landscape of whitewashed houses. Most of the 68 Impérios found on Terceira Island are from the late 19th century.

The Impérios (chapels)

Serra do Cume Viewpoint – At over 500 m altitude, one can look out over an astounding landscape, a patchwork of green pastures dotted with whitewashed houses.

Serra do Cume Viewpoint

Algar do Carvão – A notable volcanic chimney with beautiful natural scenarios, including amazing stalactites and stalagmites.

Algar do Carvão

Its historic centre showcases old houses with unique stonework and interesting balconies and windows.

Praia da Vitória City

Angra do Heroísmo City – Angra do Heroísmo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a homogeneous and well preserved tow that has witnessed centuries of history.

Angra do Heroísmo City

Pastoral location. The colourful flowers contrast with the steam rising from the hot springs where the delicious traditional “cozido” stew is cooked.

Furnas

An island formed by an old sunken volcano crater that is nearly circular and contains a natural swimming pool. It is classified as a Natural Reserve.

Ilhéu de Vila Franca

A spring of hot mineral water cascading into a natural pool.

Caldeira Velha

Grandiose and dramatic. The crater’s bottom offers white sandy beaches and a small tree-covered peninsula.

Lagoa do Fogo

This crater, blanketed by cedar trees and flowery hydrangea shrubs, contains two lakes: one green, the other blue. A landscape that will surely arouse dreams.

Lagoa das Sete Cidades

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