Altaïr Film Lecture: The Azores

Located between Europe and North America, the Azores archipelago consists of 9 volcanic islands stretching nearly 500 km.
A dream destination for hikers, adventurers, and lovers of outdoor activities, the Azores enchant visitors with their landscapes—sometimes lush and green, sometimes volcanic.
The Azores are a favorite destination for anyone who dreams of tranquility and for whom connecting with nature is a priority. Although the lush vegetation is breathtaking and the natural scenery is sure to capture our hearts with its great beauty, the Azores are much more than just a postcard-perfect landscape. Their charm also lies in their residents, who are disarmingly generous. The Azoreans are endearing people who have learned to adapt and brave the elements.
A promised land for sailors since the Age of Discovery, the struggle for survival lies at the very heart of their history. These struggles have shaped their culture, character, and identity, making them a humble, devout, and genuine people who are at one with the elements.
While these islands may seem idyllic to those who visit them today, the same cannot be said for the people who lived there in the last century. Beginning in the 1950s, due to a lack of work and precarious living conditions, a significant exodus of Azoreans to the United States and Canada took place.
Today, many Azoreans who have managed to make a living in America are returning to settle on their native islands. The economic situation has improved, and the internet has broken the isolation.
Still untouched by mass tourism, this jewel of the Atlantic with its temperate climate—which seems lost in the middle of the ocean—cannot hide the treasures it holds for much longer…