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Our granddaughter just visited here and walked this boardwalk. April 30-May 1, 2019 Agualva (Praia da Vitória) Island: Terceira Portugal
#Culture #Imperio #Azores #Acores #IlhaTerceira Impérios da Ilha Terceira - Açores As Festas do Espírito Santo estão presentes em todo o arquipélago dos Açores. São, no entanto, particularmente marcantes na Ilha Terceira. Este culto é celebrado no Domingo de Pentecostes e no Domingo da Trindade, que são, respectivamente o sétimo e oitavo domingos depois da Páscoa. As cerimônias se realizam em pequenas capelas chamadas de Impérios. A arquitetura dos Impérios varia desde uma capela simples até capelas vistosamente coloridas e ornamentadas. Na Ilha Terceira, quase todos os Impérios têm no topo a coroa imperial encimada por uma pomba representando o Espírito Santo. Estive na Ilha Terceira durante dois dias. Com pouco tempo e condições atmosféricas nem sempre favoráveis consegui fotografar 21 dos 72 Impérios que existem na ilha. Empires of Terceira Island - Azores The Feasts of the Holy Spirit are present throughout the archipelago of the Azores. They are, however, particularly striking on Terceira Island. This worship is celebrated on Pentecost Sunday and Trinity Sunday, which are respectively the seventh and eighth Sundays after Easter. The ceremonies take place in small chapels called Empires. The architecture of the empires ranges from a simple chapel to visually colorful and ornate chapels. In Terceira Island, almost all the Empires have at the top the imperial crown surmounted by a dove representing the Holy Spirit. I was on Terceira Island for two days. With little time and atmospheric conditions not always favorable I was able to photograph 21 of the 72 Empires that exist on the island.
Amazing view over the fields! Terceira Island, Açores
Never imagined that the Azores islands would be so beautiful. Terceira Island is not as populated as one would think and everywhere you turn, you can find yourself alone with views like this one. 😍 #terceira #azores #portugal #island #sunset.
#Culture #Imperio #Azores #Acores #IlhaTerceira Impérios da Ilha Terceira - Açores As Festas do Espírito Santo estão presentes em todo o arquipélago dos Açores. São, no entanto, particularmente marcantes na Ilha Terceira. Este culto é celebrado no Domingo de Pentecostes e no Domingo da Trindade, que são, respectivamente o sétimo e oitavo domingos depois da Páscoa. As cerimônias se realizam em pequenas capelas chamadas de Impérios. A arquitetura dos Impérios varia desde uma capela simples até capelas vistosamente coloridas e ornamentadas. Na Ilha Terceira, quase todos os Impérios têm no topo a coroa imperial encimada por uma pomba representando o Espírito Santo. Estive na Ilha Terceira durante dois dias. Com pouco tempo e condições atmosféricas nem sempre favoráveis consegui fotografar 21 dos 72 Impérios que existem na ilha. Empires of Terceira Island - Azores The Feasts of the Holy Spirit are present throughout the archipelago of the Azores. They are, however, particularly striking on Terceira Island. This worship is celebrated on Pentecost Sunday and Trinity Sunday, which are respectively the seventh and eighth Sundays after Easter. The ceremonies take place in small chapels called Empires. The architecture of the empires ranges from a simple chapel to visually colorful and ornate chapels. In Terceira Island, almost all the Empires have at the top the imperial crown surmounted by a dove representing the Holy Spirit. I was on Terceira Island for two days. With little time and atmospheric conditions not always favorable I was able to photograph 21 of the 72 Empires that exist on the island.
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Stay at this vacation home in Praia da Vitoria. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Main Square and Miradouro do Facho are located nearby.
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Popular places to visit

Terceira Island Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Agualva at Terceira Island Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Terceira Island Golf Club

Reserva Florestal Natural Parcial do Biscoito da Ferraria

You can take time to visit Reserva Florestal Natural Parcial do Biscoito da Ferraria during your travels to Praia da Vitoria. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Reserva Florestal Natural Parcial do Biscoito da Ferraria

Praia das 4 Ribeiras

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia das 4 Ribeiras during your trip to Quatro Ribeiras?

Praia das 4 Ribeiras

Main Square

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Main Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Main Square

Miradouro do Facho

Learn about the local history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Miradouro do Facho. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Miradouro do Facho

Biscoitos Natural Pools

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biscoitos Natural Pools during your travels in Biscoitos.

Biscoitos Natural Pools

Things to do

Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island

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Watching whales and dolphins on Terceira Island
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E-Bike Tour Monte Brasil | Terceira Island

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E-Bike Tour Monte Brasil | Terceira Island
Angra do Heroísmo: Walking Tour with Local Pastry and Coffee

Angra do Heroísmo: Walking Tour with Local Pastry and Coffee

$52
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Angra do Heroísmo: Walking Tour with Local Pastry and Coffee
Terceira Island Half Day East Coast & Serra do Cume

Half Day Tour – Terceira Island Enchanted Bays

$52
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Half Day Tour – Terceira Island Enchanted Bays
Terceira: Algar do Carvão Lava Caves Tour

Terceira: Algar do Carvão Lava Caves Tour

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Terceira: Algar do Carvão Lava Caves Tour
Angra do Heroísmo Half Day Walking City Tour

Angra do Heroísmo Half Day Walking City Tour with Tasting

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Angra do Heroísmo Half Day Walking City Tour with Tasting
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Cities near Santa Cruz

Angra Do Heroismo, Terceira, Azores, Portugal

Angra do Heroismo

Praia da Vitória town on Sao Miguel Island in the Azores archipelago

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