Prainha beach
Prainha is a small sandy beach in Angra do Heroismo, the capital of Terceira. This is a great place to relax with children - light sand, calm ocean, good beach infrastructure, the proximity of the city.
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Beach description
The historical center of Angra do Heroismo is protected by UNESCO, many architectural monuments have been preserved there. Inspection of which is easy to combine with relaxation in Praigne. There are two more major attractions of the island new the on - Mount Monte Brazil (developed park with paths and viewing platforms) and the ancient fortress of São João Batista. There is also a marina near the beach where you can rent a yacht or get an excursion trip into the open ocean for whale watching.
If you happen to be on Prainha beach in June (23-24th), you can take part in a grand holiday, which takes place here annually in honor of City Day. The program traditionally includes carnivals, orchestra performances, free refreshments with traditional pastries and fireworks.
When is it better to go
The beach season in Portugal lasts from the beginning of June until September, when the air temperature reaches +30°C and the water temperature - +19°C. It should be remembered that the Atlantic Ocean does not warm up well and cools quickly, lovers of a more comfortable temperature can swim in natural stone pools, which are quite numerous on the coast.