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Pico Travel Guide
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Pico © AiresAlmeida |
Overview: The resort island of Pico is dominated by its volcano of the
same name, rearing in the middle of the landscape and towering
7,720ft (2,351m) above sea level, making it the highest peak in
Portugal and an interesting holiday destination. A single road,
following the rugged coastline, encircles the island. It is
possible to climb the volcano to the peak but the climb is arduous
and should not be attempted by amateurs. Pico's main claim to fame
is as a jumping-off point for whale-watching expeditions, offered
by local boatmen. In the island's vineyards the famous 'verdehlo'
wine grapes are grown. In the town of Lajes there is a
whale-hunting museum, and at Sao Roche is a museum depicting the
operation of a whaling factory.
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