Matriz
Portugal · AzoresPT
The 1926 Horta earthquake, occurred at 8:42 a.m. on 31 August. It caused the destruction of many of the buildings located in the city of Horta, the central group of the Portuguese autonomous region of the Azores, resulting in the death of nine and the partial or complete destruction of 4,138 buildings.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 38.533, -28.633
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Azores
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Matriz
Matriz belongs to Azores, Portugal and has the feel of a destination. The local offer centres on culture and nature. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Matriz
Culture in Matriz
(1)Our data lists Mosques as culture options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Matriz.
Nature in Matriz
(1)Matriz's nature entries include Islands. All of it is drawn from Matriz's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Matriz
June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
Getting there & around
Matriz is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Azores and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Atlantic/Azores.
Similar destinations
Places near Matriz that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matriz known for?
- Matriz, in Azores, Portugal, is best known for culture and nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Matriz?
- Recorded activities in Matriz include Mosques and Islands. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Matriz?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
- Where is Matriz located?
- Matriz is located in Azores, Portugal. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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