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.

An integral part of the monastery of Santa Maria de Aguiar, dating from the 11th century, this guest house housed, formerly ecclesiastical and lay, of high social status. Currently, works as a beautiful unit of turismo de habitação. Preserves the traces of back centuries, with excellent quarters, social areas and perks to evoke memories of other times. Under early markup, serves homemade meals and organizes adventure tours. Find the pleasure of reading in a comfortable and tranquil library, where the profusion of books to rival the collection of weapons, one of the passions of the owner.

Also known as the Church of São Cipriano and of 16th century origin, the Main Church of Vila Nova de Cerveira is located on the main street of the town, consisting of three naves, two bell towers, a chancel and a main altarpiece, in the Baroque style, by master Veríssimo Barbosa. Pay attention to the details of the tabernacle, surrounded by angels and flanked by two quadrangular niches with sculptures representing the Adoration of the Magi and the scene of the Last Judgment. Topping this complex is an interesting throne supporting the Holy Eucharist. Also know that the current appearance …

Situated in the historic Streets of glory, between the peaceful Praça da Alegria and the busy Elevator of glory, the Carnival is a relaxed restaurant and Portuguese food, at affordable prices. The menu pays homage to Mediterranean cuisines, a game between the good Portuguese food and some of the best culinary traditions of Spain, France and Italy. The Cod lasagna and Duck risotto are two examples, presented daily at the hands of Chief Narciso. At night the atmosphere is conducive to more time-consuming and intimate dinners, while at lunch there are different menus every day for those who want to …

Aldeia da Luz, as it is known today, is the result of the advancement of time. With the construction of the Alqueva dam, old Luz, of Paleolithic and Neolithic origins, was submerged, as was Lousa Castle, of Roman origin, and some Roman road crossings the Guadiana. Against the wishes of the population, a village was built from scratch, about two kilometers from the old one, inaugurated in 2002. Despite the attempt to maintain the previous features and heritage assets, it is impossible to perfectly reproduce what the waters carried away. To prevent this village's past from being equally submerged, the …

Formerly known as Penina golf course is today known as the Sir Henry Cotton golf course, and its 18 holes are those who, in the Algarve, if not throughout Portugal, provide the most demanding tests the capabilities of any golfer. Showing the inevitable difficulties in the choice of clubs, created by landscapes and land plans, the holes are crossed and flanked by a series of streams, ditches and water obstacles, requiring that the strokes are performed with precision to avoid mishaps and make couple. this field, scrupulously careful, circumvents Woods of tall eucalyptus trees and massive Palm trees to elevated …

Chapel dedicated to St. Anthony, on the main façade has a portal flanked by two rectangular cracks in the stretch and horizontal gable a slender Bell Tower surmounted by a cross. The stones of the temple carry the marks of the successive additions and interventions to which it was subject throughout the ages. The growth of the community, led to the expansion of space and the arch, which once was the main port, today lies within Chapel marking the transition between spaces. Inside this Chapel, stripped of superfluous adornments granite, stands out the headboard where, inserted into one niche with …