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Underwater Photo Location: Formigas
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Underwater Photo Location: Formigas
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Abysses and a formation of rocks and pinnacles coming up from 200 to 2000 meters. Fantastic oceanic diving. Only accessible with local dive operators from Sao Miguel Island, Azores.
Facts about Formigas
It is in
Portugal
Formigas is in the
Atlantic
.
The typical depth is 50+ Metres 160+ Feet.
The typical visibility is 30+ Metres 100+ Feet.
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Anne Hedlund
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Daniel Strub
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