Tourism

Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Livramento

The Church of Nossa Senhora do Livramento, also known as the Church of the Blessed Souls of Caveira, combines tradition, religious identity, and genuine Azorean architecture. Its construction at the end of the 19th century, with the help of emigrants, marks a symbol of belonging and faith in the community. The patron saint’s festival is one of the most emotional moments in the local calendar.

Igreja Nossa Senhora de Lurdes

The Church of Nossa Senhora de Lourdes stands over a small farming community on Flores Island, in the Azores, Portugal. The church was built on top of a hill in 1909, in this agricultural community north of Santa Cruz das Flores. Both the exterior, flanked by two towers, and the interior are very simple, typical of churches in smaller Azorean communities.

Environmental Interpretation Center of Boqueirão

The Environmental Interpretation Center of Boqueirão was designed within the tanks where whale oil, melted at the Boqueirão Whaling Factory, used to be stored. It is a space dedicated to promoting knowledge about the island’s most environmentally significant locations, with a special focus on marine environments. Here, you can learn about resident and migratory birds, intertidal and water column organisms, cetaceans, and hydrothermal vents. It is a prime location for disseminating scientific knowledge, enriching the experience of those visiting the Natural Park. This Center was included in the Guide to Architecture – South and Islands of Portugal, published in 2011; and in the project "Iberian Architectural Heritage Exhibition – LaMIPA," within the scope of the Lisbon Architecture Triennale 2013 – Close, Closer. It has also been referenced and published on various specialized websites and magazines.

Miradouro do Monte das Cruzes

The Miradouro do Monte das Cruzes is a beautiful and peaceful place, surrounded by cow pastures, farms, and stunning views. You’ll have the Flores FLW airport, part of the city of Santa Cruz das Flores, as well as the undulating inland landscape in the palm of your hand. Then, in the distance, on the horizon, you can see the island of Corvo.