Stumped by the Azores? Clue to Santa Miguel Island revealed.

The answer to the crossword question ‘São Miguel Island, one of the Azores is SAO’ is “San” .

San Miguel Island is one of the nine volcanic islands that make up the Azores, which is an archipelago situated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, about 930 miles west of Portugal.

San Miguel is the largest of the Azores, covering an area of 759 square kilometers. The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, with a varied landscape and rich flora and fauna. Its spectacular crater lakes, thermal springs, and volcanic rock formations, coupled with its charming towns and villages, make it a popular tourist destination.

The name “São” is a common prefix used throughout the Azores to denote Saint, so it is often used in the name of towns, landmarks and even islands in the Azores.