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The Portuguese
archipelago of the Azores consists of nine volcanic islands
located in the Atlantic Ocean between North America and
Europe. The warm Gulf Stream guarantees a comfortable
climate all year round. The average temperature in January
is 15 degrees Celsius and 24 degrees Celsius in August. The
climate and fertile soil have created exquisite natural
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beauty, with an
abundance of flowering plants like azaleas, camellia,
hibiscus and magnolias, growing like weeds along the roads.
The landscape is highly varied, with impressive mountain
ranges and deep valleys, an unforgettable natural scenic
retreat. Pollution is unknown in the Azores, which, thanks
in part to its favourable climate,
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is one of the cleanest
places in the world. It is also possible to play golf here
all year round.
To promote tourism, the local government has co-invested in
golf courses on the largest island, Sao Miguel. Another
fantastic golf course is located near the American base on
Terceira.
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