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Portão do Mar de Velas

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Portão do Mar de Velas

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    1. Walking in Velas — circular route on Terceira Island

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    December 8, 2019

    The single-arched port gate (Portao do Mar) was built in 1799 and was once part of the city wall to protect the inhabitants from pirate attacks.

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      March 16, 2021

      A beautiful city gate in the style of the Azores. Nice to look at.

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