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Windmills Viewpoint

Category: Nature > Viewpoint

District: Açores > Praia da Vitória > Quatro Ribeiras

Location

The Moinhos Viewpoint is located in the parish of Quatro Ribeiras, belonging to the municipality of Praia da Vitória. It is situated on the north coast of Terceira Island, in an area where the terrain rises abruptly above the ocean. Its elevated position offers an unobstructed view of the coastline.

The Coastal Landscape

From this elevated point, the view extends over the raw power of nature in the coastal area of Quatro Ribeiras. One can observe the high cliffs and the sea cliffs that plunge into the sea, a result of the constant interaction between the volcanic land and the Atlantic's energy. It is a landscape that demonstrates the island's resilience against the action of the sea.

Geological Formations

The perspective from the viewpoint is particularly interesting for understanding the area's geology. It is possible to distinguish ancient lava formations that reached the shoreline, as well as how watercourses carved out valleys down to the sea. The view also encompasses rocky bays with their characteristic basalt formations and the location of some semi-submerged caves along the coast.

An Observation Point

This spot invites a pause to contemplate the breadth of the landscape. It offers an ideal setting for those who enjoy observing the vastness of the ocean and the dramatic Azorean coastal morphology. It is a tranquil place to appreciate the natural environment and capture images of the panoramic view.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt

Coordinates DD: 38.7904015,-27.229757
Coordinates DMS: 38°47'25.4"N 27°13'47.1"W

Weather Quatro Ribeiras  Weather Quatro Ribeiras

Monday, 04
Broken clouds
20° | 27°
Broken clouds
Tuesday, 05
Light rain
22° | 26°
Light rain
Wednesday, 06
Light rain
22° | 26°
Light rain
Thursday, 07
Light rain
22° | 26°
Light rain
Friday, 08
Light rain
21° | 26°
Light rain

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