Calheta de Nesquim - an area located along the southern coast of the municipality of Lajes do Pico. Calheta de Nesquim is the smallest area in the municipality (343).

The history of the area begins in the XVI century, when the ship was returning from Brazil and the loaded tree, crashed near the southern coast of the island of Pico. Team survived only three people and a small dog, which led them to a small bay. Dog Nesquim name, and the bay was named Calheta de Nesquim, which translated from Portuguese means "small bay Nesquim." This legend was the basis for the coat of arms of Calheta de Nesquim, which shows a dog, the so-called "pioneer" of a small bay.

In 1851, it began construction of the parish church on the ruins of the ancient chapel, which was built in the XV century. The grand opening and consecration of the church took place in 1856. At the same time the organization was founded "Cooperative Progresso Kaletenshe" whose task was the organization of activities that contributed to the economic development of the area used. It was constructed building, where many of the goods for export, which included ceramics and pottery, as well as metal products.

Among the city's architecture is worth noting windmills Morrikao, a prime example of traditional windmills that were used in the 17-18 centuries. Those who wish to learn all about whaling in the area worth a visit, special premises, where previously engaged in this fishery, and store the equipment, and the local guide will tell about the traditions of fishing in Calheta de Nesquim from the XVI century.

The district has a parish church of San Sebastien, which is one example of the architecture of the XVI century. It will be interesting visit Imperio Calheta de Nesquim - religious buildings of the twentieth century, which hosts festivals dedicated to the worship of the Holy Spirit, popular among believers in the Azores.