Vila de Rabo de Peixe
This is the latest village in the Azores, having been elevated to town only in 2004. Here is the biggest fishing port in the Azores. Its name comes from the fact that one of its ends of earth being similar to a fish tail.
Contacts
Rabo de Peixe
9600,Rabo de Peixe
- Historical streets & Plazas
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Characteristics
Monuments near Vila de Rabo de Peixe
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Church dating from the 18TH century, where stands a chapel in talha.
Estátua aos Heróis do Mar de Rabo de Peixe
Statue built in 2003, representing men with fishing nets. Intends to honor the fishermen of Rabo de peixe.
Farol da Ponta do Cintrão
Lighthouse situated above the Pierced area. Provides one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the island of São Miguel.
