Praia da Calheta

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Hillside view over terraced slopes, red-roofed houses, a marina and two sandy coves protected by breakwaters

Two well-protected artificial beaches (created with sand from western Sahara) face each other off on Calheta's seafront, one of the sunniest places on the island. A great place to swim on hot days and there are plenty of eating spots and a supermarket nearby.

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