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| Getting There Edit This The omnipresent Hortensia The omnipresent Hortensia Ingvar From Portugal SATA has flights from Lisboa to Ponta Delgada, Horta, Terceira and Santa Maria. There are also flights from Porto to Ponta Delgada. From Madeira ( Funchal) SATA has flights to Ponta Delgada. International flights to Ponta Delgada with SATA are available from Boston, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Montreal, München, Providence, Toronto and Zürich (most of these during high season only). There are also seasonally charter flights from several places in Europe and North America. There are no regular boat connections from anywhere. ________Getting There Edit This The omnipresent Hortensia The omnipresent Hortensia Ingvar From Portugal SATA has flights from Lisboa to Ponta Delgada, Horta, Terceira and Santa Maria. There are also flights from Porto to Ponta Delgada. From Madeira ( Funchal) SATA has flights to Ponta Delgada. International flights to Ponta Delgada with SATA are available from Boston, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Montreal, München, Providence, Toronto and Zürich (most of these during high season only). There are also seasonally charter flights from several places in Europe and North America. There are no regular boat connections from anywhere. :::::::Angra do Heroismo Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Angra do Heroísmo's Bay Angra do Heroísmo's Bay José Toste Angra do Heroismo was the seat of a captaincy in 1474, and it soon became an important trading centre thanks to the natural qualities of its harbour as evidenced even in its name (Angra means Bay). Its commercial importance led to its being given a town charter in 1478 and being raised to the status of a city - the first in the Azores - in 1534. It was also in the latter year that Pope Paul III chose Angra to be the seat of a bishopric. A port of call for the ships plying to and from Africa, India and the Americas - it was here that Vasco da Gama's brother was buried during the return from the first voyage to India - it became a town with an intensive economic life and great wealth in the 16th century. It was also at Angra that government departments such as Mint and the Navy Purveyor's Office were set up. That golden period was reflected in the straight lines of its streets, in accordance with the town planning rules of the Renaissance of which it is one of the finest examples, and also in the splendour of its palaces and churches and an artistic legacy that makes it a monument in itself. This has been recognised by UNESCO, which has included it in the world heritage list. The struggles against the Spanish occupation, between 1580 and 1583, had catastrophic consequences for Angra, which was sacked for five days by Spanish soldiers and which saw many of its leading citizens executed. Later, in 1589, the town was attacked by the privateer, Sir Francis Drake. who was unsuccessful in his attempt, and in 1597 the Earl of Essex, with about one hundred ships, tried in vain to seize a fleet of Spanish galleons, loaded with gold and silver, which were anchored in the port. The construction of Sao Filipe Castle, later called São João Baptista, dates from this period; it was designed to be a defence against pirates and, at the same lime, a means of ensuring Spanish control over the town itself. With the Restoration of Portugal's independence, the Spanish garrison surrendered after heavy fighting and after the town had been bombarded. Until the early 19th century, Angra, as the seat of the captaincy-general, retained its standing as the governmental centre of the Azores although there was a reduction of its importance as an Atlantic seaport. The town took an active part in the struggles for the implantation of liberalism and became the seat of the liberal Regency during the Civil War. Because of the spirit of sacrifice and bravery then demonstrated, the town received from Queen Maria II the tittle of "Heroismo" (Heroism) proposed by the great writer, Almeida Garrett. Angra do Heroismo is one of the administrative seats of the Autonomous Regio and has one of the centers of the University of the Azores. Having suffered the effects of an earthquake in 1980, the reconstruction work is being carried out in such a way as to preserve the lines of the damaged buildings and monuments. Places to visit: Cathedral; Church of Nossa Senhora da Guia; Church of the Jesuit School; Church of Sao Gongalo; Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceicao; Church of the Misericordia; Sao Joao Baptista Castle; Sao Sebastiao Castle; Palace of the Bettencourts; Palace of the Captains-General; Town Hall; Historic centre; Municipal Garden; Alto da Memoria; Monte Brasil; Angra Museum. ::::::::::::São Miguel Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Old aqueduct Old aqueduct Ingvar São Miguel is the largest and most populated of the Azorean islands. It is 67 km long and about 6-13 km broad. There are two highland areas, in the west and in the east. The western is centered around the village Sete Cidades and the eastern around Pico da Vara, the highest peak on the island. Between these areas is a lower, more populated part. São Miguel is sometimes called Ilha Verde, “the Green Island”. Much of the island is a green grazing land. The areas with forest mainly consist of planted exotic conifers and eucalypts. There is very little left of the original vegetation. The island was first colonized in 1444. The agriculture grew rapidly and the island has exported several agricultural products throughout the centuries. Today milk products (cheese!), fish and wine are important products. The tourist industry is rapidly growing. For the tourist there are breathtaking views all over the island. There are several walking trails, particularly in the high lying areas. Volcanic activity, including fumaroles, can be seen in certain areas. Small towns with interesting architecture are scattered along the coast. _______Getting There Edit This Christmas in Ponta Delgada Christmas in Ponta Delgada Ingvar For travel from Europe or North America, see under the Azores. SATA has frequent flights to Ponta Delgada on São Miguel from all the other Azorean islands. There are no regular boat connections. __________Getting Around Edit This Personlized Taxitours around the island to see the most beautiful places on S.Miguel Azores, with 500 Pictures , videso and information about Azores. look in http://www.azoreantours.com or call (+351)966780299 for more information. [add Local tr ::::::::::Terceira Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Terceira Island is located approximately 90 miles off Sao Miguel and 66 miles off Faial, and has a surface area of 148 sq. miles (382 km2). The international airport, located in "Lajes", about 2 miles from the city of "Praia da Vitoria", serves both civilian and military needs, and includes both the Military Command for the Azores as well as an important American Air Force Base. Terceira is the second most populated Azorean island with 58000 inhabitants. Panoramic View The municipal seat is located in "Angra do Heroismo", where the The Pacos do Concelho" (City Hall), a majestic construction of the 19th century, is an important example of the rich patrimony of Angra. After a violent earthquaque in 1980 and the subsequent reconstruction of the city, a large portion of Angra's historical center has been classified Public Interest, and is included in the UNESCO's list of World Patrimony since 1986. Angra has one of the best public libraries and archives in the country which also retains some important private art collections. Terceira Island The network of streets of a town that is a monument in itself; Angra do Heroísmo was entitled as world-wide patrimony city. The colourful "impérios" or chapels that bear witness to popular devotion. The walls of a castle that was a royal prison. The constant presence of history. The gentle ondulation of a green countryside. The white triangle of the typical chimneys. Sides of the attractive and colourful prism that is Terceira. Some of the places to visit "Monte Brasil", classified as Protected Landscape, provides a recreational area and resting place as well as a fantastic view over the ocean and the city. The Sao Joao Baptista do Monte Brasil Fort, is a large, fortified wall 2.5 miles long. The Angra do Heroismo Museum, is located in the old Convent of St. Francis and is adjoined to the "Nossa Senhora da Guia" Church (Our Lady of Guidance). The "Imperios"(religious monuments) are all over the island and are considered interesting due to their coloured facade The "Algar do Carvao" is famous for its' grottoes that reach a depth of approximately 328 feet (100 meters). These spectacular grottoes contain stalactites, stalagmites and an interior lake. Near the "Algar" the "Enxofre, agua" and "Cabrito" Caves and the "Balcoes, Agulhas" and "Natal" Grottoes, are of special interest especially to scientists. "Praia da Vitoria" is a young city with one of the most inviting beaches of the Azores. The architectonic patrimony is concentrated in the churches and chapels. In "Biscoitos" you can visit the only wine museum in the Azores archipelago. This museum, inaugurated in 1990, illustrates the process of traditional wine making in the archipelago. Some of local Festivities "Sao Joaninas" (24th of June is the highest point of the festival though the celebrations take usually 10 days), the popular marches are the most important activity of the celebrations. The tauromathic fair is inserted in the Sao Joaninas. "Tourada a Corda" (Running of the Bulls) is another traditional activity all over the island. It consists in leaving the bull in the streets, tied with a rope, some men challenge the bull while other control the bull with the rope. There are touradas on a daily basis (sometimes 2 and 3 in one day). The season runs from May 1 to September 30. "Festas of Praia da Vitoria" (includes a gastronomical fair, with small restaurants from the whole of Portugal and some international as well)- second week of August. "Angrajazz" (jazz Festival in Angra do Heroísmo: first weekend of October. "Ramo Grande Festival" (world music): End of October/beginning of November. |