Porto Pim Pirates - Horta, Portugal
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Marine Biologist
N 38° 31.496 W 028° 37.782
26S E 357938 N 4265318
Porto Pim or Port Pim is a sheltered bay in the city of Horta on Faial Island in the Archipelago of the Azores, Portugal. The posted coordinates are for the Forte de São Sebastião.
Waymark Code: WMA8V9
Location: Arquipélago dos Açores, Portugal
Date Posted: 12/04/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member ECPirates
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Porto Pim was Horta's main harbor until 1878. The port was a favorite target for the many pirates who knew of the great treasures that passed through it. The remains of the Gate of Porto Pim (the old harbor gate) and the Forte de São Sebastião are located on the bay and are the only remaining fortifications that were constructed in the 17th century to protect the harbor from pirates.
Site Description: Undeveloped site

Date of Pirate Activity (Estimated): Mid to late 1500s

Reference Web-link or Book Title: http://www.aportugalattraction.com/portugal-attractions/castelo-de-so-sebastio.htm

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The Port can be accessed 24/7.

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The port was subject to frequent assault by British and the French sea pirates.

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