Tucked right in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean you will find some of the most beautiful islands a sailor ever dreamed of. Lush green with a temperate climate, small rolling mountains, and even volcanic hot springs, the Azores is a surprisingly affordable sojourn on a long Transatlantic crossing.
Ambling along the charming streets is a popular pastime for locals and tourists.
This sea walk is just minutes by foot from Pointa Delgada city center.
Entering Pointa Delgada
The Church of Sao José
Portugese culture and architecture is evident throughout the islands. Tiled plazas add an old world charm.
Azores history can be dated officially to Portugese navigator Diogo de Silves, in 1427. He was not the earliest arrival. Medici maps from the mid 1300’s show islands off the coast of Portugal. How the Medici`s found out about the islands is not known. Norse, Arab, and Irish legends of islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean lead many historians to believe they were visited much earlier. Archaeological studies are continuing to establish earlier arrivals. Columbus himself landed here in 1493 to make repairs after a storm.
Considering an extended visit? A one bedroom apartment may rent for less than $500 a month. Dinner in a reasonably priced restaurant can be had for less than $10 and a local beer will set you back only a buck. You can spend a lot more other places and get a lot less. When you consider the three C`s: Climate, Culture, and Costs, The Azores are hard for a Savvy Senior to beat.
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