1427 – Discovery of São Miguel Island: It is believed that São Miguel was first recognised at the same time as the island of Santa Maria, which, according to the testimony of the Catalan Gabriel de Valseca, is believed to have happened in 1427 through the navigator Diogo Silves. However,

Pêro de Teive was an illustrious resident of the parish of São Pedro, who was a clerk and had a decisive role in the elevation to town of Ponta Delgada and in its affirmation as the main urban centre of the island of São Miguel. It was Pêro de Teive’s

From hot air balloons to gliders. From a world of muscle and wind power to the world of mechanical “muscles” powered by oil.   Deadalus & Icarus And Greek mythology The origins of the signs of this aspiration go back to the time of the mythical King Minos and the

King Charles I was the penultimate King of Portugal, having reigned between 1889 and 1908, the year he was assassinated, together with the crown prince, Luís Filipe. Known as the Diplomat or Martyr, he revealed a strong aptitude for the arts, namely the sea, and is recognised as the father

Located in a privileged position, in the centre of the Atlantic Ocean, between Europe and America, the Azores archipelago has a considerable wealth of fauna and flora, with a significant number of native species. Being part of the Macaronesian biogeographical region, one of the richest in biodiversity in Europe, it

Almost since the beginning of its history, the Azores have been a place of emigration. From the 17th century to the present day, Azoreans have been scattering throughout the world, with a particular preference for American territories. The main destinations of emigration were Brazil, the United States of America, Bermuda,

The Azorean gastronomy is especially shaped by its abundant and fresh fish and seafood dishes. With a territory inevitably marked by the sea, this is the most significant originality of its cuisine. Stews, soups, grilled, or in original recipes, the fish and seafood from the Azores stand out for their

Lord Holy Christ (Senhor Santo Cristo) is the greatest devotion of the Azorean people, drawing crowds in one of the biggest religious festivities in Portugal. Celebrated in the fifth week after Easter, this feast is the largest community event in the Azores archipelago. The worship of the Lord Holy Christ