Ribeira Grande is a city and municipality located on the north coast of the island of São Miguel, which is part of the Azores archipelago in Portugal. The city has a population of around 30,000 people and is the second-largest municipality in terms of population on the island.
Ribeira Grande is known for its historical and cultural heritage, which is reflected in its many churches, convents, and other buildings. One of the main attractions of the city is the historic city center, which features a variety of interesting architecture, including Baroque, Gothic, and Renaissance styles.
Some of the most notable attractions in Ribeira Grande include the Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Estrela, which is the main church in the city and features an ornate Baroque-style interior, and the Convento dos Franciscanos, which dates back to the 17th century and features a beautiful garden.