The municipality continues to promote Nossa Terra through the "Velas, Capital do Queijo" brand, registered and patented in 2018. It is one of the promoters of this excellent product, Queijo de São Jorge - DOP, with over 500 years of experience. Very active in promoting the municipality nationally and internationally, the town strongly values its history and traditions, as well as the gastronomy and natural sites of the island of São Jorge, including the emblematic Fajãs Biosphere Reserves.
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The Municipio de Velas is responsible for managing day-to-day affairs and improving the living conditions of people, institutions and businesses in the municipality of Velas. It is also responsible for promoting this municipality of the Azores islands, its history, traditions and natural sites. On its website, you'll find a wealth of tourist information about this charming destination. For example, you'll find accommodation and restaurant addresses. The site also features activities and events not to be missed in the municipality. A pocket guide to Sao Jorge Island is also available. An address worth discovering!
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