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What is Lagoa das Sete Cidades and where is it?

Answer updated 18 October 2026Independent guide
Short answer

Lagoa das Sete Cidades is a twin lake (green and blue) inside a volcanic crater on São Miguel island, in the Azores. It is located in the western part of the island, near the village of Sete Cidades, and is one of the archipelago's most famous natural landmarks. Visit early or late for clearer views, as clouds often cover the crater.

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