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Caldeira Velha, surrounded by fern trees and a hot spring with boiling water, is a warm waterfall tempting its visitors to take a bath. Lagoa do Fogo is located in the middle of the island surrounded by untouched vegetation. It is an enormous lake of clear water, white sand beaches, and an incomparable tranquility. It is a Nature Reserve. Pico da Barrosa with 947 meters (3106 feet) is one of the highest points of the island with an spectacular view over the south and north sides of the island. The viewpoint Miradouro do Pisão is overlooking Caloura, which is one of the most famous summer places of São Miguel, known to be the seat of the first nunnery on the island of São Miguel. Vila Franca, the first capital of the island until being destroyed by an earthquake in 1522, is a very nice and picturesque village to visit. Ermida da Senhora da Paz, located on the top of the hill with the same name, offers a wonderful, panoramic view. Lagoa das Furnas, known by all the locals, is the place where the earth is warm enough to cook the famous Furnas “Cozido”. Caldeiras das Furnas: Boiling water and medical mud that are used for treatment of respiratory diseases and skin. Pico do Ferro, surrounded by lush vegetation and waterfalls, without doubt a spectacular panorama over the valley of Furnas. Fabrica de Chá Gorreana, one of the two tea factories in Europe, produces black and green tea, a very interesting visit. Miradouro de Santa Iria, which is overlooking the north coast of São Miguel is for sure an amazing view.
Ribeira Grande City
Caldeira Velha
Fire Lake
Pico da Barrosa
Caloura View Point.
Vila Franca Village.
Senhora da Paz Chapell.
Furnas Lake
By Furnas Lake - Under Ground Cooking
Natural Springs
Furnas Village from Pico do Ferro
Tea Factory
Tea Plantation
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