Povoacao

Povoacao is a city on the south side of Sao Miguel Island. It was one of the first spots settled on the island and well worth a visit. It is close to the area of Furnas so I recommend taking a trip there after exploring Furnas

The beach, located in front of the church pictured below, is small but attractive:

Photo from Luissilveira on Wikipedia

The church by the beach:

I have not spent a lot of time in this city, but it is a pretty spot on the island and well worth a visit.

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