Azores Autonomous Region
The Azores Autonomous Region is an archipelago situated in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Azores are known for their dramatic landscapes, which include rugged cliffs, green pastures, and crater lakes. The islands are also recognized for their rich marine life, opportunities for whale watching, hot springs, and outdoor activities like hiking and diving. The Azores also noted for its dairy products, particularly cheese, and for its pineapple plantations. Azores region is made up of nine volcanic islands, divided into three groups: Eastern (São Miguel and Santa Maria), Central (Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico, and Faial), and Western (Flores and Corvo).
| Island Group | Largest City | Second-largest City | Third-largest City | Fourth-largest City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Miguel | Ponta Delgada | Ribeira Grande | Lagoa | Vila Franca do Campo |
| Terceira | Angra do Heroísmo | Praia da Vitória | — | — |
| Pico, Faial, and others | Horta (Faial) | Madalena (Pico) | Velas (São Jorge) | — |
Islands of Azores Archipelago
Corvo
Corvo, located in the Western Group of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, is the smallest island in the archipelago both in terms of population and size. It has a population of approximately 384 residents and covers an area of just 0.16 square miles. The...
Flores
Flores, situated in the Western Group of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, is known for its stunning natural beauty. The island has a population of around 3,428 residents and spans an area of 1.45 square miles. It is divided into two municipalities: Lajes...
Graciosa
Graciosa is an island in the Central Group of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal. With a population of approximately 4,091 residents, it covers an area of 1.73 square miles, making it one of the smaller islands in the archipelago in terms of both size and...
Santa Maria
Santa Maria, located in the Eastern Group of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, is known for its distinctive character. It has a population of approximately 5,408 residents and covers an area of 2.29 square miles. The island is administratively composed of...
São Jorge
São Jorge is one of the islands in the Central Group of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal. It has a relatively small population of about 8,373 inhabitants and spans an area of 3.54 square miles. The island is administratively divided into two...
Pico
Pico is an island located in the Central Group of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal. It has a population of around 13,883 residents and covers an area of 5.87 square miles. The island is divided into three municipalities: Lajes do Pico, Madalena, and São...
Faial
Faial is an island in the Central Group of the Azores, a Portuguese autonomous region. It is home to approximately 14,334 residents and spans an area of 6.06 square miles. Faial is unique in its administrative structure, being comprised of a single municipality:...
Terceira
Terceira, the second-largest island in the Azores in terms of population, is situated in the Central Group of this Portuguese autonomous region. It boasts a population of approximately 53,244 residents and covers an area of 22.52 square miles. The island is...
São Miguel
São Miguel is the largest and most populous island in the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal. Situated in the Eastern Group of the archipelago, it has a population of approximately 133,295 residents and spans an area of 56.38 square miles. São Miguel is...
