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Farol da Ponta do Topo

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Ponta do Topo
9875-115, Topo

Calheta de São Jorge

Lighthouse located on the southwestern tip of the island, more specifically on Ponta do Topo. It consists of a 16-meter-high circular tower and annexes housing the lighthouse keeper's quarters and a storage area.

Fajã do Além

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Fajã do Além
9875-027, Topo

Calheta de São Jorge

Access to this fajã, located between Fajã de São João and Fajã do Ginjal, is via a narrow path, where you can enjoy fantastic views. However, this route is only accessible on foot, by donkey, or on horseback. The several houses here are now inhabited only on weekends. The land is used for agricultural purposes, primarily for growing yams and vineyards.

Fajã das Fonduras

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Fajã das Fonduras
9850, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

A small fajã located between Fajã da Ponta Grossa or Fajã do Mero and Fajã da Abelheira. It is almost completely abandoned, except for the inhabitants of Norte Pequeno, who come here to graze their cattle and cultivate the land. There are many springs, and it is known that an old watermill once stood here. Access is on foot, via a shortcut that begins in Norte Pequeno, or by car, descending the Fajã da Penedia path to Canto da Abelheira, then continuing on foot.

Museu Francisco de Lacerda

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Rua das Alcaçarias
9850-011, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

Established in 1911, this museum represents the island's culture, showcasing regional ceramics, agricultural implements, basketry, ethnographic pieces related to the cult of the Holy Spirit, and linen works primarily from the 19th and 20th centuries. Also noteworthy is the collection dedicated to Maestro Francisco de Lacerda, a native of São Jorge Island.

Igreja Matriz de Calheta / Igreja de Santa Catarina

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Rua 25 de Abril
9850-022, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

The original church, likely founded in the 16th century, was destroyed by fire in 1639. Years later, in the 17th century, a new church was built in a location less exposed to the force of the sea. In 1757, it suffered significant damage from the "Mandado de Deus" earthquake, in 1945 from a major tidal surge, and in 1980, from another earthquake.

Fajã dos Cubres

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Fajã dos Cubres
9850-211, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

With a curious name, derived from a plant with small yellow flowers, Fajã dos Cubres, also known as Fajã de Nossa Senhora de Lourdes, is one of the most beautiful and exotic fajãs on the island. The lagoon with the same name is a must-see. It's where fishermen collect shrimp for grouper fishing.

Fajã de São João

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Fajã de São João
9875-027, Topo

Calheta de São Jorge

Accessible by car almost to its end, Fajã de São João, the largest fajã on the southern coast of the municipality of Calheta, is a must-see for anyone seeking tranquility in landscapes of rare beauty. It is also known as a summer resort for some of the island's wealthy families. Its steep location is sometimes synonymous with tragedy, and the fajã's population has suffered a number of setbacks, from pirate raids to natural disasters.

Fajã da Caldeira do Santo Cristo

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Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo
9850-205, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

Of all the fajãs – fertile places due to the microclimate created by their rugged location – Fajã da Caldeira do Santo Cristo is probably the most famous. This is primarily due to the fact that it is the only place in the Azores where clams can be found. It also includes a lagoon and an underwater cave. Surfers also know it as one of the best places to practice the sport. Access is on foot or by motorcycle, via two nature trails.

Fajã dos Vimes

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Fajã dos Vimes
9850-213, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

With jagged cliffs, like most of the fajãs on São Jorge Island, the residents of Fajã dos Vimes have endured numerous misfortunes. The most serious of all occurred during the 1757 earthquake, which completely destroyed the fajã, which was later rebuilt. Tourists and nature lovers will be thrilled to see the fajã's traditional houses and experience this sometimes tragic harmony between man and nature.

Torre da Urzelina

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9800, Velas

Velas

In 1808, a strong volcanic eruption destroyed most of the village of Urzelina, leaving only this church tower.

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