Terra Nostra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the heart of São Miguel, dating back to 1775 when American merchant Thomas Hickling fell in love with Furnas and decided to create a peaceful natural haven in it, along with a large collection of camellias (more than 600 species, some unique in the world) and other rare species, the park is famous for its thermal pool filled with volcanic water from hot springs with a constant temperature of 40 ° C, which is rich in iron and other minerals very beneficial for the skin and creates unparalleled relaxation.