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Versão Portuguesa
- Main Page
- Islands
of Azores
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Santa Maria
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São Miguel
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Terceira
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Graciosa
- São Jorge
- Pico
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Faial
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Flores
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Corvo
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The
infinite hues of green extend over valley and mountain alike. The views
overlooking the island of Pico and its impressive mountain. The
tranquillity of vast open spaces where the silence is broken only by the
songs of the birds and the cries of the hawks. This is Sao Jorge, a huge
stone vessel whose anchor is cast forever in the deep blue sea. The
perfect destination if you're looking for holidays where you can be at
one with nature.
The
island for true nature lovers
A
trail winds its way between pastures and tree groves, rising to the
heights of Sera do Tope. Another takes you down to the Fajã de Santo
Cristo, a strip of land carved out of the cliffs with a small ocean side
pool, These are just some of the pleasures awaiting those who explore São
Jorge following the paths used by the farmers who grow fajãs and graze
their cows in the green pastures.
White
specks set against a bucolic backdrop, the flowery settlements of São
Jorge stretch along the seafront and up to the cliffs. Sporadically,
small cheese making plants are to be found where one can see how the
thick, creamy milk is transformed into the island's great cheeses
the perfect starter and the source of the island's widespread fame.
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Trekking
across Sao Jorge is a real discovery. Its landscape takes you
back in time to a primitive world. A world in evidence from the
woollen quilts spun on antiquated wooden looms and displaying
old ancestral patterns. A church tower scarred by previous
volcanic eruptions. Visitors take their leave reluctantly,
imbued with a strong desire to return and rediscover its
tranquillity.
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