Angra do Heroismo

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Angra do Heroísmo referred to as Angra, is a municipality and city on the island of Terceira, within the Portuguese autonomous region of the Azores and is one of the three regional capitals of the Azores. The historic centre of Angra is located along the southern coast, encompassing the medieval city and fortified citadel that forms the volcanic cone of Monte Brasil. Angra is dominated by the Old Square, broad and orderly, joining two of the old town's main arteries. Local landmarks include the Manor of Dona Vilonate do Canto, Palace of the Bettencourts, and Palace of the Captains-General.

Located on the island of Terceira, this busy seaside city is one of the three regional capitals of the Azores Island Region.
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