Carapacho Natural Pools

Category: Nature > Swimming Pool

District: Açores > Santa Cruz da Graciosa > Luz > Carapacho

Location

The Carapacho Natural Pools are located in the coastal area of Carapacho, which is part of the village of Luz, in the municipality of Santa Cruz da Graciosa. These pools are situated in an area where the land meets the ocean, offering an unobstructed view of the sea and the horizon.

The surroundings are characterized by the striking presence of nature, integrating into the island's volcanic landscape, with an environment that invites tranquility and contemplation of Graciosa's coastline.

A Bathing Haven

This place offers a unique bathing experience. Its waters, naturally sheltered from currents and the force of the waves, provide a calm and safe environment for a swim. The arrangement of the volcanic rocks creates small coves that fill and empty with the tide, keeping the water clean.

It is a space where visitors can enjoy the coolness of the sea water in a protected manner, ideal for moments of serenity and direct contact with the coastal environment.

The Natural Essence

The origin of these pools lies in the particular geology of Graciosa Island. They were shaped by volcanic activity over time, with the rock formations designing natural basins that fill with Atlantic water.

The transparency of their waters allows observation of the rocky seabed and the marine life sheltered in these habitats. This is an example of nature's beauty and ingenuity, which created a leisure space from the island's geological elements.

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