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Lagoa de Óbidos
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Lagoa de Óbidos
2510, Vau
A lagoon of great scenic beauty, it is on the path to progressive silting. The lagoon is formed by a central area and several arms, such as Barrosa or Bom Sucesso. In the past, the ocean reached the walls of Óbidos.
Lagoa Azul
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Lagoa Azul
2710, Penha Longa
Small reservoir with water dammed for irrigation. It is surrounded by trees and is composed of native vegetation mixed with stands of non-native species and varied fauna, namely ecological niches of several species. Nearby is the Penha Longa church, a national monument.
Lagoa Rasa
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Lagoa Rasa
9545, Ponta Delgada
A small lagoon with a very unique formation, appearing to be located in the crater of a volcano. It is surrounded by a pleasant, spacious, and peaceful green area, ideal for strolling.
Lagoa Verde / Lagoa das Sete Cidades
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Sete Cidades
9555, Sete Cidades
This is one of the lagoons of Sete Cidades. Surrounded by a paradisiacal landscape, it invites you for a stroll or a picnic on its tranquil shores. The famous legend attributes the different color of the lagoon's waters to the tears shed by a blue-eyed princess and a green-eyed shepherd, upon seeing their love thwarted. It has been classified as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal.
Lagoa do Canário
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Lagoa do Canário
9545, Santo António
A small lagoon surrounded by a forest park and a picnic area. There is also a viewpoint here offering a magnificent view of the Gruta do Inferno, a canyon through which a tributary of the main stream that feeds the Lagoa das Sete Cidades flows.
Lagoa das Empadadas
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Lagoa das Empadadas
9545, Ponta Delgada
A series of small ponds, surrounded by dense woods and separated from each other by a narrow strip of land. A place of great beauty and tranquility.
Lagoa de Santiago
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Lagoa de Santiago
9555, Ginetes
This is one of the lagoons in the parish of Sete Cidades. Previously, it was not visible because the adjacent land belonged to a private individual. Nowadays, visitors can admire this marvel of nature.
Termas de São Jorge
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Praça de São Jorge
4509-679, Caldas de São Jorge
With a mild climate and balanced temperature and humidity, the São Jorge Thermal Baths are surrounded by beautiful gardens. Featuring both a historic building and a completely modern one, its sulphurous waters are indicated for the treatment of respiratory, skin, rheumatic, and musculoskeletal diseases, also emphasizing prevention and health promotion, with a range of treatments focused on physical and psychological well-being. The mineral waters are collected from a single spring, 90 meters deep, and have a natural temperature of 23º.
Lagoa de Montinho
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Lagoa de Montinho
3060, Montinho
A lagoon located in a pleasant, recently renovated area. A calm place, ideal for a stroll.
Olhos de Fervença
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Olhos de Fervença
3060, Olhos de Fervença
This place was initially created to supply water to the municipality, and is now a beautiful and pleasant place for walks and recreation. It features an artificial swimming pool with a small sandy area, a bar/restaurant, and a multi-purpose area.