Cheese has been produced on Sao Jorge since the 16th century, possibly introduced by the Flemish who settled in Topo. You can see the still traditional cheese making process at this factory and view t...
This is arguably the most beautiful of all 46 of Sao Jorge’s fajas (coastal plains). Reached only by foot, it is a perfect semi-circle with lagoon, pretty church and cultivated terraces. This is...
The church of Santa Barbara is one of the most interesting churches in the Azores with its elaborately decorated interior of gilded craving, vaulted roof and seven beautiful tiled panels depicting sce...
This beautiful forest park is laid out with ornamental plants included pretty azalea hedgerows and shady trees. Interspersed between them are picnic and BBQ areas and a small children’s playgrou...
Topo is a charming town at the eastern end of Sao Jorge with a colourful chapel and a small fishing port. Its most interesting aspect though is that it looks out over the Island of Topo, a strange loo...
