The Azores, officially known as the Autonomous Region of the Azores, is one of the two autonomous regions of Portugal. It is an archipelago composed of nine volcanic islands located in the North Atlantic Ocean. Often referred to as the 'Hawaii of the mid-Atlantic,' the Azores offer a range of activities and natural wonders. Visitors can enjoy world-class whale watching, diving, canyoning, excellent surfing, sailing, and other watersports. The islands also provide opportunities for adventures on horseback, bikes, or paragliders. Exploring the Azores allows you to discover amazing caverns, seething mud pots, and wonderful crater lakes that showcase their volcanic origins.