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Centro de Interpretação do Vulcão dos Capelinhos

The Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre has an informative, educational and scientific mission, having for that purpose, a set of exhibitions with special emphasis on Capelinhos Volcano eruption and the formation of the archipelago, but also the various kinds of volcanic activity in the world and the history of Azorean lighthouses.
It was appointed by the European Museum Forum, for best European museum in 2012.
This building was constructed underground, so it would not interfere with the pre-existing landscape, allowing you to fully enjoy this recent volcanic landscape originated by the eruption of 1957/58. Besides the exhibitions, the Centre has an auditorium and a temporary exhibition of rock and mineral samples.
At the end of the visit, go up the Lighthouse where you can appreciate this unique landscape

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Guided tour; Self-guided brochure; Braille circuit; Permanent exhibition; Temporary exhibition; Auditorium; Film/documentary projection; Children play area; Wheelchair; Ticket office; Gift shop; Coffee shop; ATM/VISA payment; Baby changer; Accessible Toilet; Car park;
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Portuguese; English;
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