Volcanic Peaks of Pico
Pico Island contains some of the most dramatic volcanic landscapes in the Azores, centered around the towering Mount Pico, Portugal's highest point at 2,351 meters. This collection highlights the island's diverse geological formations, from the historical lava fields of Cabeços do Mistério to the series of scoria cones and craters that form the central volcanic ridge. These sites illustrate the island's basaltic volcanism and complex tectonic history within the Macaronesian region.
Mount Pico
Mount Pico is a currently dormant stratovolcano located on Pico Island, in the mid-Atlantic archipelago of the Azores.
List of volcanoes in Portugal
Although there are no active volcanoes in the continental territory of Portugal, apart from geological remnants of ancient volcanism, the…
Cabeços do Fogo
A series of volcanic cones on the central ridge featuring dense endemic vegetation and protected status as a nature reserve.
Aguada
Volcanic peak located on the southern slopes of Pico Island.
Bravo
A volcanic peak situated in the western region of the island.
Corre Agua
Volcanic cone located on the island's central plateau.
Cabeco de Macela
Volcanic cone within the central volcanic complex offering views over the northern coastline.
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