Ilhado Fogo Travel Guide

 
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  •   Ilhado Fogo
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  • The Brava Island
      The Brava Island
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  • One of many small squares
      One of many small squares
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  • The black sand
      The black sand
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  • Nossa Senhora da Conceição
      Nossa Senhora da Conceição
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Around the Island

Around the Island, Ilhado Fogo

 ValbyDK Says:  I booked a half-day ‘around the island’ tour through the Colonial Guesthouse, and it was a great experience. We were driving in an open jeep, more or less following the coastline around the Cha Das Caldeira volcanic crater. We passed small local villages, farmhouses, remains... 

Cha Das Caldeiras

Cha Das Caldeiras, Ilhado Fogo

 ValbyDK Says:  Cha Das Caldeira is the main reason why most people visit the Fogo Island, and it is an amazing place with a beautiful landscape and the volcano Pico de Fogo as the absolute highlight. The crater is also home of two small communities, Portela and Bangaeira, and they are well... 

SAO FILIPE: Old Town Centre

SAO FILIPE: Old Town Centre, Ilhado Fogo

 ValbyDK Says:  The old centre of Sao Filipe, called Bila Baxo, is a nice place for a walk. Cobbled streets and old colonial houses, many of them are recently renovated and very beautiful. Take a stroll down the promenade along the seafront - here are a couple of small squares decorated... 

SAO FILIPE: Casa da Memoria

SAO FILIPE: Casa da Memoria, Ilhado Fogo

 ValbyDK Says:  Casa da Memoria is a small museum in the centre of Sao Filipe. It is housed in a former merchant's house which was built in 1820.The museum shows exhibitions about the local history and culture: A couple of rooms were filled with old furniture, decorative objects, and... 

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The Colonial Guesthouse: Fogo's Best Guesthouse

The Colonial Guesthouse: Fogo's Best Guesthouse, Ilhado Fogo

 ValbyDK Says:  I (and two friends) stayed at the Colonial Guesthouse for two nights in February 2011. The location of the Guesthouse was perfect - right in the centre of Sao Filipe, and just a short walk from a few restaurants and some sights in town. The Guesthouse was recently renovated... 

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