Rosada Lagoon

Category: Nature > Lagoon

District: Açores > Lajes do Pico > Ribeiras

Location:

Lagoa da Rosada is located on Pico Island, in the Azores, within the municipality of Lajes do Pico. Situated at an altitude of approximately 900 meters, this lagoon benefits from an elevated position in the landscape. It is embraced by notable geological formations such as Chã do Pelado, Lomba do Cácere, and Cabeço do Padre Glória, which shape its natural surroundings.

A Volcanic Mirror:

This remarkable lagoon occupies a volcanic crater, evidence of the geological dynamics that shaped Pico Island. Its formation derives from an ancient scoria cone eruption, resulting in a body of water that reflects the sky and the surrounding mountains. This origin lends the landscape a singular and serene character, where geology meets natural beauty.

Surrounding Nature:

The area surrounding Lagoa da Rosada is characterized by rich endemic vegetation, typical of Macaronesian flora, with species adapted to this high-altitude environment. Furthermore, extensive pastures cover the gentle slopes, contributing to a verdant and open landscape. Together, these elements create a natural setting of tranquility, inviting contemplation of Pico's wild beauty.

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