Ponta Delgada - Wikipedia
WEBPonta Delgada became the region's administrative capital under the revised constitution of 1976; the judiciary and Catholic See remained in the historical capital of Angra do Heroísmo while the Legislative Assembly of the Azores was established in Horta.
Ponta Delgada | Portugal, Map, & Population | Britannica
WEBPonta Delgada, Portugal. The city, the largest in the Azores, became São Miguel’s second capital (Vila Franca do Campo was the first) in 1540. It was severely damaged in 1839 by a tidal wave and was subsequently rebuilt. The Holy Christ of the Miracles Church is a noted place of pilgrimage.
History and Culture | Visit Ponta Delgada
WEBPonta Delgada was elevated to the status of city in the reign of King João III, according to the royal charter of the 2nd of April, 1546, after the first capital of the island — Vila Franca do Campo — was devastated by the terrible earthquake of 1522.
History of the Azores - Wikipedia
WEBThe first capital was Vila Franca do Campo, but when it was destroyed in a massive landslide caused by a powerful earthquake in 1522, Ponta Delgada assumed the position. It became the first city on the island in 1546.
Portas da Cidade: The Historic Portal of Ponta Delgada
WEBBuilt in the 18th century next to the extinct pier of Ponta Delgada, the Portas da Cidade were later transferred to Praça Gonçalo Velho Cabral, during the works on Avenida Infante Dom Henrique.
Ponta Delgada: Historical Walking Tour
WEBExplore Ponta Delgada’s rich history from the 15th century onwards. Meet at the iconic 18th-century city gate, Portas da Cidade. Enjoy a cultural journey led by knowledgeable guides in multiple languages. Accessible tour accommodating individuals with …
Ponta Delgada - Wikiwand
WEBPonta Delgada became the region's administrative capital under the revised constitution of 1976; the judiciary and Catholic See remained in the historical capital of Angra do Heroísmo while the Legislative Assembly of the Azores was established in Horta.
Ponta Delgada | www.visitportugal.com
WEBBoasting a history of over five centuries and precious testimonies of the past, Ponta Delgada is a multifaceted city where tradition lives hand-in-hand with the present and cosmopolitanism with wholesome tranquility of the Azorean life.
Ponta Delgada | Encyclopedia.com
WEBThe Univ. of the Azores was founded there in 1976. The Columbia Encyclopedia, 6th ed. Ponta Delgada (pôn´tə dĕlgä´də), city (1991 pop. 21,091), capital of Ponta Delgada dist., in the Azores, Portugal. An important port on São Miguel island, it is the largest city and chief commercial center of the Azores. It is also a winter resort.
Museu Carlos Machado - Home - azores.gov.pt
WEBThe Azorean Museum was created by Dr. Carlos Machado in 1876 and opened to the public on June 10th, 1880, at the then National Lyceum of Ponta Delgada, presenting collections of Zoology, Botany, Geology and Mineralogy, now considered historic.
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