When travelling along the south coast, be sure to take the main ring road down to the tiny and picturesque village of Ribeiras.

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The village sits on a steep hillside above the ocean and the streets are lined with beautifully landscaped houses with small fields.

The main landmark is the beautiful church of Santa Barbara, with its typical white facade and black edges. The church's bell tower, built in the style of a battlemented tower, is unusual.

Entrance to the church is free all day.

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