Explore the best places
Fábrica de Chá da Gorreana
- leisure
ER1-1
9625-304, Maia
For a long time, São Miguel Island was the only place in Europe where tea was manufactured. The Fábrica de Chá Gorreana began planting tea in 1874, but it was only in 1883 that the first tea came off the production line. The retrospective of tea production can be visited daily at the Gorreana farm. Then, among ancient tea production machines, enjoy an aromatic tea. It has a private park.
Teatro Ribeiragrandense
- art
Largo Conselheiro Artur Hintze Ribeiro
9600-555, Ribeira Grande
Opened in 1933, the Ribeiragrandense Theater is the quintessential concert hall in Ribeira Grande. It was built in the first half of the 20th century, then renovated in 1988 and opened in 2000. Currently, various activities take place here, such as conferences, congresses, films, theater shows, festivals, among others.
Caldeira Velha
- country
Caldeira Velha
9600, Ribeira Grande
An area of great beauty and rugged terrain. It consists of a stream with small dams, hot water springs that cascade down, fumaroles, calderas and rocky outcrops. It is classified as a Regional Natural Monument.
Percurso Pedestre da Caldeira Velha
- country
ER5-2
9600, Ribeira Grande
Route with dense vegetation along the entire way. Upon arriving at Caldeira Velha, classified as a National Natural Monument, you can enjoy the beautiful surrounding landscape and the warm, clear waters. There are boiling water that you should not go near, however, further ahead, you will find a waterfall with hot water where you can bathe.
Reserva Natural da Lagoa do Fogo
- country
Lagoa do Fogo
9600, Ribeira Grande
Large lagoon, with clear waters surrounded by a beautiful and peaceful landscape. This area is classified as a Natural Reserve.
Piscinas Municipais de Moura
- leisure
EN255, 1034
7860, Moura
Set consisting of an indoor and outdoor pool. One of them is 50 meters.
Rio Ardila
- beach
- country
Rio Ardila
7875, Santo Amador
It originates in Spain, in the Tentudia mountain range, and has a length of 60 km until it flows into the Guadiana.
Albufeira de Pedrógão
- beach
- country
Albufeira de Pedrógão
7860, Moura
Reservoir created by the Pedrógão Dam, the second largest dam in the Alqueva project.
Igreja e Convento de São Francisco
- heritage
Largo de São Francisco
7860-007, Moura
Temple that demonstrates various mannerist, baroque and rococo details. As an example, the portal-reredos on the front stands out, which dates back to the early Baroque era. In the Rococo style, the carved altarpieces of the second chapel on the Gospel side, the chapel on the Epistle side and the main chapel stand out.
Lagar de Varas do Fojo (Museu do Azeite)
- heritage
Praça Sacadura Cabral, 25
7860-068, Moura
Rod and spindle oil press, with millstones suitable for animal traction.