The Azores archipelago The Azores archipelago is formed by nine islands and the small islets of Formigas. All the islands have a volcanic origin and they emerged in an area of intense seismic and volcanic activity that is part of the Mid-Atlantic ridge. In this area, the Eurasian plate meets the African and the North American plates. The islands of Flores and Corvo are located in the western side of the Mid-Atlantic ridge, while the others are in the eastern side. Considering that the Atlantic o

A guide to the Azores

This is Azores 💚 Nine volcanic islands where green slopes meet the deep blue ocean, clouds hang low over the land, and nature seems designed to slow down time. Here, you can walk along the craters of ancient volcanoes, soak in thermal springs, spot whales in the open sea, and breathe the cleanest air in Europe. No rush, no noise. Just you, nature, and the quiet sense that everything is exactly where it’s meant to be. If you’re looking for a place to recharge, feel the power of nature, and find