Santa Catarina do Fogo

Santa Catarina do Fogo occupies the southeastern portion of Fogo Island, covering an area of 152 square kilometers with elevations reaching 1,341 meters above sea level. Cova Figueira functions as its administrative center, managing municipal services and regional governance.

Once a parish governed by São Filipe, this region became an independent administrative division in 2005. This reorganization fundamentally changed how local governance and community management operate.

Strong bonds link this municipality to Cape Verdean communities in Scituate, Massachusetts, fostered through educational programs and cultural exchanges between residents. These connections shape how people here see themselves and their place in the broader Cape Verdean world.

Administrative services and local information are available in Cova Figueira, the administrative center of the municipality. Planning your visit during the drier months makes exploring the area more convenient and comfortable.

A portion of Fogo Natural Park extends into this municipality, containing sections of an active volcanic crater and Pico do Fogo. This volcanic landscape shapes the terrain and makes the region geologically remarkable.

Location: Sotavento Islands

Capital city: Cova Figueira

Elevation above the sea: 1,341 m

Shares border with: São Filipe, Mosteiros

GPS coordinates: 14.88990,-24.29396

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23