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Angra do Heroísmo
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Angra do Heroísmo
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The historic capital of the Azores, known for its stunning 16th- and 17th-century colonial architecture, which earned it a UNESCO World Heritage designation. Local culture and traditions, such as bullfighting, remain very much alive here.
Overview of Angra do Heroísmo
It is the historic capital of the Azores with its stunning 16th- and 17th-century colonial architecture, which earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Like elsewhere on the island, local culture and traditions remain very much alive, such as bullfighting events.
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- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
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- Population: 35,402 (2011).
- Area: 239 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: www.cmah.pt/
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