Miradouro Serra do Cume, Panoramic viewpoint in Terceira Island, Portugal
The Serra do Cume viewpoint stands at 545 meters above sea level, offering views of green pastures divided into geometric patterns across eastern Terceira Island.
The agricultural landscape visible from Serra do Cume reflects centuries of Portuguese farming practices established during the colonization of Terceira Island in the 15th century.
The divided fields visible from Serra do Cume demonstrate traditional Azorean farming methods, where stone walls separate parcels used for cattle grazing and crop cultivation.
The viewpoint includes a designated parking area and remains accessible year-round via a paved road connecting to the main routes of Terceira Island.
From this observation point, visitors can see both the Atlantic Ocean and the Ilhéus das Cabras islets while observing over 2,000 small agricultural plots below.
Location: Praia da Vitória (Santa Cruz)
Address: R. Padre Damião 23, 9760 Praia da Vitória, Portugal
GPS coordinates: 38.70946,-27.11240
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:19
The Azores archipelago is located approximately 930 miles (1500 km) off the coast of Portugal in the Atlantic. The volcanic origin of the nine islands has shaped a landscape featuring crater lakes, active hot springs, caves carved into the rock, and botanical gardens arranged around geothermal basins. São Miguel hosts many of these sites, including Parque Terra Nostra in Furnas with its 102°F (39°C) ferruginous pools, the Fogo Lake at 1,887 meters (6,191 ft) above sea level, and the Gorreana tea plantation, operating since 1883. The archipelago also features geological formations accessible to visitors, such as Algar do Carvão on Terceira, descending 90 meters (295 feet) underground, and Vila Franca do Campo, an old crater now a lagoon. Pico's vineyards, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, demonstrate agricultural adaptation to volcanic terrain. Beyond natural sights, several religious and civil buildings dating from the 16th century remain in historic towns, notably in Angra do Heroísmo on Terceira.
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