Azores

Azores

The Azores Islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean, about two hours flying time and 930 miles (1500 Km) from Lisbon. The origin of the name Azores was derived from the archaic Portuguese word "azures" the plural of the word blue. Some say that it was named after the goshawk bird (Acor in Portuguese). However, since such bird never existed in the Azores, most historians have concluded that this the least probable explanation.

Food

The cuisine of the Azores is varied. Besides the recipes for meat dishes there are those for fish and tasty shell-fish-lobster, groose barnacles, etc. The region has many traditional sweets.

Currency

Currency in Portugal: euro (EUR)

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