🌎 Portugal 🇵🇹
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📍 Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha da Ilha do Pico
✈️ Pico Airport (PIX)
🚗 4.3 KM
⏱️ 8 minutes
The Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a unique glimpse into the ingenuity of Azorean winemaking traditions. Stone walls, known as "currais," protect the vines from wind and seawater, creating a stunning mosaic across the volcanic landscape. Accessibility can be challenging due to the rugged terrain, so inquire about accessible routes. Exploring solo allows for independent discovery, but guided tours provide deeper insights into the viticulture and history. Seasonal restrictions may apply to certain areas, particularly during harvest season (typically late summer/early autumn). Costs can vary depending on activities like wine tasting and tours, but expect a moderate budget. A typical visit duration ranges from a few hours to a full day, depending on how extensively you wish to explore.