Flores (Azores) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
island of the Azores
About Flores (Azores)
Flores (FLOH-r(ih)sh, /ˈfɫo.ɾɨʃ/) is the westernmost Azorean island and is thus considered the westernmost part of Europe.Faja Grandeis thus westernmost settlement of Europe, and is beautifully secluded. It is located about 236 km northwest ofFaialand rests on the American tectonic plate. Together with the small island ofCorvo, Flores forms the western group of the Azores. The length of 18 km and a width of 14 km contribute to its total size of 143 km². The highest point is the extinct volcano Morro Alto with a height of914m (2,999ft). The most substantial town is Santa Cruz das Flores with about 1,700 inhabitants. The population of the island, which had reached almost 11,000 in 1849, has fallen sharply due to emigration and is now only about 3,800. The name of the island, which is of volc
Top Attractions in Flores (Azores)
Explore the best things to see and do in Flores (Azores):
- ★Aguas Quentes
- ★Burrinha
- ★Cascata do Poço do Bacalhau
- ★Fajã de Lopo Vaz
- ★Fajã Grande
- ★Fajãzinha
- ★Gruta dos Enxaréus
- ★Lagoa Comprida
Where to Eat in Flores (Azores)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Barraca Q'abana
- 🍴Restaurante "O Moreão"
- 🍴Restaurante Sereia
Where to Stay in Flores (Azores)
- 🏨Aldeia da Cuada
- 🏨Argonauta
- 🏨Hotel Servi-Flor
- 🏨Inatel Flores Hotel
Flores (Azores) Travel Guide Sections
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