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Impérios da Ilha Terceira - Açores

As Festas do Espírito Santo estão presentes em todo o arquipélago dos Açores. São, no entanto, particularmente marcantes na Ilha Terceira. Este culto é celebrado no Domingo de Pentecostes e no Domingo da Trindade, que são, respectivamente o sétimo e oitavo domingos depois da Páscoa. As cerimônias se realizam em pequenas capelas chamadas de Impérios. A arquitetura dos Impérios varia desde uma capela simples até capelas vistosamente coloridas e ornamentadas. Na Ilha Terceira, quase todos os Impérios têm no topo a coroa imperial encimada por uma pomba representando o Espírito Santo.

Estive na Ilha Terceira durante dois dias. Com pouco tempo e condições atmosféricas nem sempre favoráveis consegui fotografar 21 dos 72 Impérios que existem na ilha.

Empires of Terceira Island - Azores

The Feasts of the Holy Spirit are present throughout the archipelago of the Azores. They are, however, particularly striking on Terceira Island. This worship is celebrated on Pentecost Sunday and Trinity Sunday, which are respectively the seventh and eighth Sundays after Easter. The ceremonies take place in small chapels called Empires. The architecture of the empires ranges from a simple chapel to visually colorful and ornate chapels. In Terceira Island, almost all the Empires have at the top the imperial crown surmounted by a dove representing the Holy Spirit.

I was on Terceira Island for two days. With little time and atmospheric conditions not always favorable I was able to photograph 21 of the 72 Empires that exist on the island.
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What accommodations do travelers like in Santa Cruz?
Atlantida Mar Hotel, Hotel Varandas do Atlântico by RIDAN Hotels and Royal Beach Hostel & Suites are all accommodations that are popular with guests.
Where can I find free parking with my stay in Santa Cruz?
Park your car for free at Royal Beach Hostel & Suites.
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If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Santa Cruz, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Santa Cruz if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 5 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 8 apartments.
What will the weather in Santa Cruz be like during my vacation?
August and September are typically the warmest months in Santa Cruz when the average temp is 70°F. February and March are the coldest months when the average temperature is 59°F. December and January are the months with the most rain.
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