Sao Miguel, known as the green island, owing to the abundance of
pasture and forest covered peaks, is the largest and most populated island of
the Azores. The island has a surface area of approximately 759 km2 . The
municipal seat is located in “Ponta Delgada”, the largest town in the
archipelago. This island has around 140.000 inhabitants.
The transparent water of the lagoons with legends of kings and lost cities.
The infinite number of hues of green of the landscape. The profusion of flowers
all year round. The monuments and museums. The inviting fragrance of tropical
fruits. The sandy ribbons of the beaches, the natural swimming-pools nestling
among the rocks. The unique experience of enjoying a meal cooked by the earth's
heat. Details of the exciting scenery that the island of São Miguel offers to
its visitors...that will captivate you for ever...
It will take far to long to describe everything beautiful and interesting on
São Miguel. It might sound easy to say, but it really is overwhelming.
The landscape change all the time. Many deep crater-lakes and geysers.
Cosy villages in the hilly countryside. On the island of São Miguel it is
a good idea to rent a car getting around.
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