Location: Velas
Azores, Portugal
Country: Portugal
Autonomous Region: Azores
Island: São Jorge
Civil Parishes: Manadas, Norte Grande, Rosais, Santo Amaro, Urzelina, Velas
Center: Velas
Highest point: Pico de Esperança
Lowest point: Sea level
Area: 117.38 km (45 sq mi)
Population: 5,398 (2011)
Density: 301.73/km (781/sq mi)
Settlement: c. 1460
LAU: Câmara Municipal
President: Manuel Soares Silveira (PS)
Municipal Chair: António Frederico Correia Maciel (PS)
Timezone: Azores (UTC-1)
Postal Zone: 9800-539
Area Code & Prefix: (+351) 292 XXX-XXXX
Demonym: Velense
Patron Saint: São Jorge
Municipal Holidays: 23 April
Top Things to do in Velas
What to do and see in Velas, Azores: The Best Nature & Parks
September 6, 2021 Hector Krause
Velas (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvɛlɐʃ]) is a municipality in the São Jorge Island, in the Portuguese autonomous region of Azores. The municipality encompasses the western portion of the island, with its municipal seat in the town of Velas on the south coast, and is divided into six parishes. The population in 2011 was 5,398, in an area of 117.38 km².
Restaurants in Velas
1. Reserva Florestal de Recreo de Macelas
2. Piscina Natural da Faja do Ouvidor
3. Arco Natural de Velas
Avenida dos Baleeiros, Velas, Sao Jorge 9800-548 Portugal
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Reviewed By mistercheevo - Grand Rapids, United States
The natural volcanic arch in Velas on the island of Sao Jorge is simply beautiful. The waves pounding against it makes for a stunning photo op.
4. Entre Morros
Velas, Sao Jorge Portugal
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5. Piscinas Naturais Da Preguica
Rua de Gruta, Velas, Sao Jorge Portugal
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6. Piscina Natural
near Auditorio Municipal das Velas, Velas, Sao Jorge Portugal
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7. Stadtpark Velas
R. Dr. Manuel de Arriaga, Velas, Sao Jorge 9800-539 Portugal
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