Hugo Romano
Seven Cities (on Explore 31.10.2024 #38)
Lagoa das Sete Cidades - São Miguel Island - Azores.
The importance of Water.
“Lagoa das Sete Cidades is most likely the Azores' most iconic and recognized natural monument. In a region with so many striking vistas, the view of Sete Cidades is repeatedly elected to represent or promote São Miguel island and the archipelago. Named one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal and classified as a Rede Natura 2000 Protected Vista, Sete Cidades are a unique location in the world, which any traveler coming through the islands has the duty of visiting. In this article, we'll introduce you to a bit more about the Azorean ex libris and unveil a few hints and tips about viewpoints, lodging and activities to be aware of in the area. Lagoa das Sete Cidades which, at first glance, seems to be divided in two - the blue lagoon and the green lagoon - is instead one single natural surface fresh whater reservoir, and the largest one of its kind in the Azores, occupying a large part of the floor of one of the largest abatement calderas in the world. A true natural phenomenon. The lagoon, just as the parish at its shore, owe their name - Seven Cities Lagoon - to the Sete Cidades island, also known as Antília. A ghostly tract of land, seen by many sailors in the North Atlantic, which inspired several kingdoms' maritime explorations for centuries without ever being located” (in livingazores.com).
Seven Cities (on Explore 31.10.2024 #38)
Lagoa das Sete Cidades - São Miguel Island - Azores.
The importance of Water.
“Lagoa das Sete Cidades is most likely the Azores' most iconic and recognized natural monument. In a region with so many striking vistas, the view of Sete Cidades is repeatedly elected to represent or promote São Miguel island and the archipelago. Named one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal and classified as a Rede Natura 2000 Protected Vista, Sete Cidades are a unique location in the world, which any traveler coming through the islands has the duty of visiting. In this article, we'll introduce you to a bit more about the Azorean ex libris and unveil a few hints and tips about viewpoints, lodging and activities to be aware of in the area. Lagoa das Sete Cidades which, at first glance, seems to be divided in two - the blue lagoon and the green lagoon - is instead one single natural surface fresh whater reservoir, and the largest one of its kind in the Azores, occupying a large part of the floor of one of the largest abatement calderas in the world. A true natural phenomenon. The lagoon, just as the parish at its shore, owe their name - Seven Cities Lagoon - to the Sete Cidades island, also known as Antília. A ghostly tract of land, seen by many sailors in the North Atlantic, which inspired several kingdoms' maritime explorations for centuries without ever being located” (in livingazores.com).