In September 1957 the Earth began to tremble and, from there, Faial was never the same. For 13 months, between September 27, 1957 and October 24, 1958, a volcanic phenomenon completely transformed this tip of Faial island in three distinct eruptive phases. Panicking, the inhabitants of Capelo and Praia do Norte runned away, or to the nearby islands or to the United States. Today, one can still verify the results of the eruption: fields and houses buried, the Capelinhos Lighthouse completely unusable (now renovated to the Volcano Interpretation Centre) and a rugged landscape, almost lunar.

Coral-the Sushi is a Concept restaurant of Japanese cuisine that is based on a new integrated concept of sushi, which seeks to meet the new challenges of the market today. On the menu are daily the flavors of fresh fish, a tribute to traditional Japanese and Chef's specialties Aron Vargas, who worked with the founder of Aya. Situated in a prime location, the Coral restaurant-Sushi Concept-is inserted into the imposing principal facade of outer space Hotel Cascais Miragem, has a unique view over the sea and a pleasant terrace on the Marginal space. A new tasting experience of sushi and …

The living room, nobly decorated, has big tables, a fireplace for the winter and a balcony facing the ocean, creating a romantic and fanciful atmosphere. The service of dishes is never repeated from confection to confection, creating a visual delight, followed by the gustatory one. Highlighting a dish is impossible, because the menu changes weekly, because here it is not the product that rules, but what is created from it – today is fish, tomorrow is meat, and nothing is eternal. The wine list is certainly a paradise for oenophiles, not only the Portuguese but also of the four corners …

This scenic spot is ideal for extreme sports, offering a wide range of views. Legend tells of a knight who, chasing the Devil incarnate as a deer, jumped over the abyss at Lugar do Salto (Place of the Leap). Upon landing, he invoked the name of Our Lady, and miraculously, horse and rider landed safely on the other bank, where the horse's hoofprints can still be seen today. In gratitude, the knight commissioned the construction of the Chapel of Our Lady of Salto. It's a place much appreciated by locals and tourists alike, due to its excellent location.

A walk along the parish of Moita dos Ferreiros where you can visit the Shrine devoted to Our Lady of Misericórdia (Mercy) and the five typical mills that have been recovered and transformed into cafes and bars, open daily from 2 pm to 6 pm.

Opened in 1993, the Municipal Library is a pleasant place, which invites you to a closer look at books. It has a journal and magazines’ reading spot, a videoteca (where videos are kept for people to refer to when needed), a ludoteca (where toys are lent for children to play) and an auditorium.

Built in the middle of a forest, was opened in May 2011 and offers 30 rooms, with own individuality and inspired by the four elements of nature: Earth, associated with the flora and fauna of the region; Air, pure and natural environment; Water, allusive to Caima River; and Fire, coupled with the Sun and the energy.

Big iron sculpture that symbolizes the key of honor of the town of Montemor. Is the key that opens the city to the Millennium. It is designed by the sculptor John Duarte and was inaugurated in 12\/31\/2000. The sculpture is composed of 3 parts, located in 3 roundabouts spaced 500 m, each other.

Baroque manor house built in the 18th century, the present two rectangular bodies, with one and two storeys, and differentiated coverage on roofs of four waters. Was acquired by the Town Hall in the 80 years of the 20th century, being here opened the Museum Abel Manta in 1985.

This is one of the ancient bars in Lisbon, keeping its initial originality. The British ambience is present in the revivalist decor and the atmosphere in general. Ideal spot for a nice chat while enjoying the background music. Open from 18h to 2h and Fridays and Saturdays from 18h to 3h.