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Travel to Angra - Architecture, museums and monuments
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As a prime example of European town planning from the 16th century set in the middle of the Atlantic, Angra (the capital of Terceira island) fully deserves its world heritage status. Its pretty cobbled streets are packed with historical architecture with its myriad churches, palaces and museums and its stunning setting on a bay is beyond compare. Its lovely wrought iron balconies overhang the streets and the pretty outdoor cafés and in the summer it’s a riot of colour with festivals and processions.
This safe port attracted Terceira’s first settlers and it became the administrative centre in 1474. With the shipping increase of Spanish and French boats seeking a safe harbour in the Atlantic and later the increase of trade from the East, Angra grew quickly and flourished despite attacks from English privateers and the destructive earthquake of 1980.
Attractions in Angra
There is a wealth of things to see in Angra including the numerous museums, churches, beautiful public gardens, impressive cathedral and the fortress on Monte Brasil on a small crater linked to the town.
Activities in Angra
From Angra, it is possible to go whale and dolphin watching and within an hours drive are the caverns of Santa Barbara and the wine museum of Biscoitos.
Relaxing
Sit on the balcony of the Hotel Beira Mar restaurant and enjoy a traditional lunch with stunning views towards Monte Brasil.
Getting Around
There are direct flights to Terceira island from Lisbon and then it is a 20 minute drive from the airport to Angra.
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