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Azores Region

by Vishal Kumar

Azores Region in Portugal is a cluster of Islands that offers some of the best sightseeing places and opportunities for the best adventurous activities in Portugal.


Azores Region in Portugal is a group of islands that extends over 600 kilometers of land. The islands of Faial, Terceira, São Jorge, and Pico form the central part of the region.

The Eastern region comprises São Miguel, Formigas isles, and Santa Maria while the northwestern part of the Azores Region in Portugal consisted of the islands of Flores and Corvo.

Attractions of Azores

Whale watching in the Azores is a lifetime experience. Tourists can avail of the services of the companies that arrange excursions in the open ocean. Bullfighting at Terceira is a special event and unique concept of the tourism industry of the Azores. Caldeira das Sete Cidades and Caldeira de Guilherme Moniz at Ponta del Gada is are giant volcanic craters where the prime attractions are Blue and Green lakes. Furna do Enxofreis the main attractive feature of the Island, which boasts a huge cave and sulfurous lake.

Accommodation at the Azores

Azores Region in Portugal boasts of a number of accommodation options that are full of luxury to ensure a comfortable stay in the region.Caloura Hotel Resort, Pousada de Santa Cruz, Rural Salga – Casa de Hospedes , Terra Nostra Garden Hotel,are some of the best boarding options of this region.

Best Time to Visit Azores:

The Azores is a beautiful place and the climate of the region is also quite nice but the best time to visit this place is between May and October when the region is in full bloom.

Azores Region in Portugal is a cluster of islands that offers picturesque locations and adventure opportunities to tourists.

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