Considered one of the best beaches in the Azores, Praia Formosa is known for its white sand and crystal-clear waters. It’s an excellent location for swimming, picnicking, or simply soaking up the sun. The beach also hosts events and festivals during the summer, making it a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.
A row of whitewashed houses flanking a long beach indented by low rocks jutting into the ocean.
This bay is one of the most impressive landscapes on Santa Maria, with vineyards cascading down the terraced hillsides, creating a stunning […]
A place where Christopher Columbus’ crew disembarked to fulfil a vow. A statute of Columbus and a lateral ogival door serve witness […]
The fort overlooks the port and still maintains its old cannons aimed toward the ocean. The chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição […]
