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Discovering Angra do Heroísmo's Military Heritage

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The tour starts in Angra do Heroísmo, with pick-up at the hotel. Climb up to the Mount BrazilThis is a volcanic formation rich in natural vegetation. Stop at the Pico das Cruzinhas viewpoint for a panoramic view over the city of Angra do Heroísmo. Here you can also find anti-aircraft batteries from the Second World War period. Then a visit to Manuel Coelho Baptista de Lima Military History CentreThe museum is located in the former Boa Nova Hospital. It has a large collection of light and heavy artillery pieces.
Next, a visit to the imposing fortification of St John the Baptistthe largest fortress built by Spain outside its territory in 1592.
The tour continues with a visit to Fort of St SebastianThis is a very interesting building commissioned by the Portuguese king D. Sebastião in 1570. Last but not least, a visit to the Angra do Heroísmo Museum - a museum that, through its collections, portrays the history of the Azores and its people very well.

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