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  1. Ponta Delgada is a multifaceted city with a history of over five centuries and precious testimonies of the past. Portas da Cidade, built in the 18th century, is … See more
    Ponta Delgada is a multifaceted city with a history of over five centuries and precious testimonies of the past. Portas da Cidade, built in the 18th century, is the city gate that metaphorically represents the entrance to the Azores. Visit Praca do Municipio, which is right next to the city gates and is notable for its bell tower. Climb to the top of the bell tower for an unforgettable experience and stunning aerial views. After you've had your fill of admiring the scenery, pay a quick visit to one of the area's most beautiful churches, the Portuguese Manueline-style Igreja Matriz de So Sebastio. After a day of exploring Ponta Delgada, stop by the famous restaurant for a delicious meal.
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    Ponta Delgada - Wikipedia

    Ponta Delgada is the largest municipality (concelho) and executive capital of the Autonomous Region of the Azores in Portugal. It is located on São Miguel Island, the largest and most populous in the archipelago. As of 2021, it has 67,287 inhabitants, in an area of 232.99 square kilometres (89.96 square … See more

    The origin of the placename Ponta Delgada (Portuguese for delicate or thin point) was elaborated by the famous Portuguese chronicler, Father Gaspar Frutuoso, who wrote:
    This city of Ponta … See more

    Physical geography
    The municipality of Ponta Delgada is one of the larger administrative divisions in the archipelago, extending from the center of the island to the … See more

    Served by an international airport in the parish of Relva (Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II International Airport), the municipality is the … See more

    Ponta Delgada is home to the central nucleus of the University of the Azores, a multi-disciplinary institution that ranges from courses in … See more

    Twin towns—Sister cities
    Ponta Delgada is twinned with:
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    With a strong concentration of service activities, the municipality is an important industrial and agricultural centre. The Arrifes-Covoada basin is the main bread-basket on the … See more

    Religious
    Ponta Delgada is the traditional centre of the annual religious celebrations… See more

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