Built at the end of the 16th century, this prominent fort has been rehabilitated and now offers a magnificent view of the whole village and valley down below. It has a small museum and some old cannon...
Held twice-weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays this lively market represents all the smells, colours and vibrancy of a typical west African market.
This green valley can also be reached on foot via several paths from Assomada. A gigantic kapok tree dominates the valley.
A remarkable and fascinating display of treasure retrieved from various shipwrecks around the islands.
Ruins of the Convent of Saint Francisco complete with a bell tower and currently under restoration.
Former prison for political prisoners, built in 1936 and closed in the 1970's - now restored and open to travellers.
Located in a former government building this small museum covers the history of Assomada and Santa Catarina and occasionally exhibits displays of local art and poetry.
Run by the agricultural research station, the national botanical gardens have an aim to study and conserve endemic species and conserve those threatened with extinction.
500 year old ruined church currently under restoration with 17th century tombstones.
