A must if in Sete Cidades
Another great viewpoint of the island of Sao Miguel is located next to the lagoons of Sete Cidades. It's called the "Mirador do Rei" and it is located near an old abandoned hotel called Monte Palace. It offers unbeatable views of the volcano, the valley and the lakes.
El Mirador do Rei is located on the south side, about 5 kilometers from other viewpoints such as the "Mirador do Santiago" or "Mirador do Cerrado das Freiras". To reach them you must follow the Regional 9-1 that borders the volcanoes and ends in the village in the valley.
From this point you are able to see the perfect Laguna Verde and the Laguna Azul. On a sunny day you are able to see the difference in the color of the water since the first is smaller, more enclosed and surrounded by greenery and the second is larger and more open.
