Pico Island is the second largest in the Azores archipelago (448Km2 surface), although its population is approximately 15.000 inhabitants.

 

The mountain, whose peek reaches the highest point in Portugal ( 2351m) lends its name to the Island, it is widely visited by tourists who climb to the top and become enchanted by the magnificent view over the Central group and the Island itself.

 

It also has a vast architectonic patrimony (churches and hermitages) and endless sightseeing spots from where you can see Faial, S. Jorge, Terceira and Graciosa Islands.

We must also highlight the Pico's Island Vineyard Landscape, Human Patrimony of the World, where you can see the stone stables (edifications raised stone over stone to protect the Vineyards) and observe the rites and techniques that set the origin of the vineyard culture.

The Ocean which surrounds the Island is also a route for whales, turtles and dolphins, which can be seen throughout the entire year (whale watching) and leave indelible memories in those who have the privilege of contacting with this animals

Pico Island Photographs