Calheta de Velho

Calheta de Velho is a cove in , . Calheta de Velho is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near the town .

Places of Interest

Highlights include Forte Duque de Bragança and Chapel of Our Lady of Fatima.

Ruins
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is a ruined fort located on the islet off the northwestern coast of the island of , . The fort was named after the Duke of Bragança.

Church
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is a church, which is situated 3½ km northeast of Calheta de Velho.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Sal Rei and Rabil.

Town
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is a city on the northwestern coast of the island of in eastern . is the island's main urban settlement, and the seat of the .

Village
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is a town on the island of , . It was the island's former capital. is the island's second largest town, located 6 kilometres southeast of the island capital of Sal Rei. is situated 7 km southeast of Calheta de Velho.

Hamlet
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is a settlement in the western part of the island of , . Its population was 578 in 2010, making it the island's third most populated place. is situated 7 km southeast of Calheta de Velho.

Calheta de Velho

Latitude
16.17032° or 16° 10′ 13″ north
Longitude
-22.93262° or 22° 55′ 57″ west
Open location code
798V53C8+4X
Geo­Names ID
13303102
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Satellite Map

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