Roça Água Izé

Roça Água Izé, a historic plantation site on São Tomé Island, played a pivotal role in the launch of São Tomé and Príncipe’s cocoa trade industry. Nestled in the lush landscapes, the roça still maintains cocoa farming, albeit on a smaller scale. Visitors can wander through the old buildings, gaining insight into the island’s rich cocoa production legacy. The site offers a tangible connection to the past, with the remnants of its industrial heyday providing a window into the region’s agricultural history.