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Museu da Graciosa
- heritage
Largo Conde de Simas, 17
9880-345, Santa Cruz da Graciosa
Opened in 1983, this museum represents the island's identity. The ethnography and culture of Graciosa occupy a prominent place and the space reconstitutes a rural house, a wine cellar and a mill, also displaying 15th century cannons, uniforms and whaling boats, among others.
Furna do Enxofre
- country
Caldeira
9880-205, Santa Cruz da Graciosa
This geological phenomenon of great spectacularity and beauty is located inside Caldeira da Graciosa. This lava cave features a circular depression 1600 meters in diameter and 350 meters deep, in the place where the top of a volcano that gave rise to the island was previously located. At the bottom, there is a lake of cold, sulfurous water. The exploration of this cave began in the 19th century by several researchers, including Prince Albert of Monaco.
Museu do Traje de Viana do Castelo
- heritage
Praça da República, 58
4900-539, Viana do Castelo
Building constructed in the mid-twentieth century there inaugurate, in 1958, a delegation of the Bank Banco de Portugal, which ran until 1992. Later, in 1997, then placed the costume Museum.
Miradouro da Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Praínha
- country
- leisure
Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Prainha
9940, São Roque do Pico
Viewpoint offering magnificent views over the ocean, with São Jorge Island visible in the distance.
Zona Balnear da Furada
- beach
Rua do Caisinho
9940, São Roque do Pico
Rocky bathing area, featuring small natural pools formed by the rocks.
Museu da Indústria Baleeira
- heritage
Rua do Poço
9940-361, São Roque do Pico
Installed in the former whale factory of Armações Baleeiras Reunidas, this museum presents a permanent exhibition explaining the work carried out in the factory, namely the process of transforming the whale and the instruments and machinery used. In the blacksmith's workshop, you can see pieces such as harpoons and other materials used in whaling, and also watch them being worked on by artisans.
Trilho Pedestre da Lagoa do Capitão (PR13)
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Estrada Longitudinal - ER3-2
9940, São Roque do Pico
This route begins next to Lagoa do Capitão, located on the central plateau in the interior of Pico Island. The first part of the trail is followed on a dirt track until reaching Cabeço do Piquinho. Here you get a wonderful view of the north coast of Pico island, highlighting the final destination of the walk, Cais do Pico.