| Flores & Corvo |
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| Charming and romantic Azoreshotels, rural retreats, boutique hotels, luxury hotels, romantic getaways, small hotels, bed & breakfasts in Flores and Corvo |
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Choose from our selection of romantic hotels and accommodation in the Azores by clicking on the map on the right.
These will highlight a selection of hotels catering to a variety of tastes and budgets, including rural hotels, Flores and Corvo accommodation, and bed and breakfast as well as luxury hotels. |
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| Flores seems to be primitive nature gone wild, as evidenced from the peaks and hills that sweep steeply down towards the coast: from the blue mirrors of its seven lakes which shine out of the enveloping green. From the waterfalls cascading down from the top of the slopes towards the sea. Supposedly part of the lost Atlantis, Flores, along with S. Miguel makes up part of the western rim of the islands. |
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| The discovery date of the islands of Flores is somewhat controversial, although it is known that it took place after that of the other islands. It is said that Flores was sighted in 1452 by Diogo de Teive and his son. Initially called São Tomás or Santa Iria, its name was soon changed to Flores, literally meaning "Flowers" on account of the abundance of wild flowers that covered the whole island, the seeds of which were possibly brought from North America, on the feathers of migratory birds. Far removed from the other islands, with few exports, Flores was almost completely isolated for centuries. The development of agriculture and stockbreeding, improvement of the port facilities, construction of an airport and the presence of a French satellite tracking station, are recent events that have opened new horizons for progress on the island. |
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Fiestas
The majority of the Festivals are of religious origin. The festival of the Holy Spirit takes place every Sunday between April and June. From May to October, in Terceira, one has bullfights with ropes. A high point in the calendar of events is the sea festival at Horta (Faial) starting in January and going on through the year until December. Musicians play all kinds of simple instruments: the “viola de arame” (wire viola), crymbals, steel triangles and drums accompany their characteristic dances that express the joy and the solitude of a past involved in the everyday life.
Handicrafts
Wicker baskets and furniture, miniatures of fig tree pith, embroideries and lace, blankets and bedspreads, artificial flowers made with fish scales and, blue and white ceramics, are all charming souvenirs and handicrafts available in the Azores.
Monuments
With its palaces and forts dating back to the 16th century, the city of Angra do Heroismo has been classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO – a testament to its beauty and history. But there are many other charming towns to visit. Santa Graciosa is full of ancient streets and manor houses. Horta has the famous yacht harbour and the 17th century churches of São Salvador, Nossa Senhora do Carmo and São Francisco, with their beautiful tiles and gilded carvings |
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| The famous limpet is served in a variety of ways, but is delicious when grilled. The “cavaco” (lobster family) is well known and very tasty, as well as spider crab, music shell, octopus, and calamari. Cozido das Furnas (meat and vegetable stew cooked in sealed pots in the hot springs) is an incredibly tasty dish. These delicacies are abundant throughout the islands. The best local wine is the Verdelho Pico and is served as an aperitif or digestive. You must also try the traditional “vinho de cheiro” (American grape wine) found in most islands. |
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| The Azores as a whole is a paradise for lovers of nature. It is an excellent destination for whale and dolphin watching, for example, where over 25 species have been identified in the region. The best time to view them is between the months of June and September when they feed off the coastal waters. Deep-sea fishing is also well catered for. Boats can be chartered at the coastal times for this purpose, whilst a licence is required to for fresh water fishing in the rivers and lakes. As for flora and fauna the islands are home to over 50 native species of plants and it is also an excellent destination for bird watching. For lovers of fine architecture, visiting the World Heritage town of Angra do Heroismo is a must. |
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