Category: Nature > Pond
District: Açores > Santa Cruz da Graciosa > Santa Cruz da Graciosa
Poça dos Cavalos is located on Graciosa Island, within the locality and municipality of Santa Cruz da Graciosa, in the Azores archipelago. This natural spot is close to the coastline, where the island's volcanic landscape meets the Atlantic waters.
Its position offers a unique perspective on Graciosa's coast, with rock formations outlining the coastal profile, framing the maritime horizon.
Poça dos Cavalos is a natural formation shaped by the volcanic activity that characterizes Graciosa Island. It forms a coastal inlet where ocean waters accumulate, creating a unique environment of interaction between land and sea.
The basaltic rocks surrounding it attest to the site's geological origin, with dark hues contrasting with the blue of the waters. The constant dynamic of the tides and the Atlantic continually sculpts and redefines this natural space.
The site offers a remarkably beautiful setting, where the sound of the waves and the sea breeze provide an atmosphere of tranquility and connection with natural elements. The surrounding landscape is dominated by the imposing presence of the ocean, stretching without visual barriers.
The view from Poça dos Cavalos encompasses the vastness of the Atlantic, allowing one to appreciate the immensity of the horizon. The natural light falling on the rocks and water creates a play of colors and reflections constantly changing throughout the day, lending a particular charm to this coastal nook.
The name "Poça dos Cavalos" (Horses' Pool) carries a distinctive character, suggesting a link to past uses or some particular feature of the site that evoked the image of these animals. It is a name that evokes curiosity about the history and traditions of Graciosa Island.
This place invites careful observation of the natural forces that shaped Graciosa, representing an example of the island's geological and scenic richness, where the serenity of the natural environment allows for deep contact with the coastal surroundings of the Azores.
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Coordinates DD: 39.0883699,-28.000291
Coordinates DMS: 39°05'18.1"N 28°00'1.0"W
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