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Explore the awe-inspiring depths of volcanic craters, formed by eruptions and collapses. Discover their unique geology, stunning lakes, and diverse ecosystems.
The Pedra de Lume crater, an extinct volcano, contains salt pans where visitors can float effortlessly in highly saline waters, similar to the Dead Sea. Historically, this site was a major source of salt production.
Formed by a collapsed volcanic crater, its sheltered waters have made it a crucial port for centuries, attracting ships and contributing to the island's economic development and strategic importance as a naval coaling station.
