7 Natural Wonders of Portugal


The 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal were voted and elected  by the Portuguese people, in 2010. 

The requirements for the selection of the candidates for voting, were:
  • Natural beauty 
  • Ecological significance
  • Cultural and Historical importance
  • Flora and Fauna diversity
  • Preservation state
  

Categories Winers:



Forest and Woods:
Laurissilva Forest, Madeira



Caves and Caverns:
Caves of Mina de Aire


Protected Areas:
National Park of Peneda-Gerês



Beaches and Cliffs:
Portinho da Arrábida, Setúbal

Marine Areas:
Ria Formosa, Tavira


Inland Aquatic Areas:
Lagoa das Sete Cidades, São Miguel, Azores


Great Saliences:
Volcanic Landscape of Pico Island, Azores




Source: http://7maravilhas.pt/portfolio-items/7-maravilhas-naturais-de-portugal/?portfolioCats=28