Geography
It is connected with the main roadway that circles the island, and connects it to the regional capital, in addition to connections to Calheta and São Vicente. The Atlantic ocean, which fronts the western border is rocky with cliffs, and accessible beaches are non-existent. Forests and the Paul de Serra cover the interior (towards the east), while arable land predominates the central portion of the parish. The escarpment of Achadas is about 15 km long, connecting it with Ponta do Pargo, while ravines and river valleys front its boundaries.
The settlement of Santa Maria Madalena lies to the northeast.
Achadas da Cruz has a school, a lyceum, a gymnasium, a church and a square (Portuguese: praça).
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