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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sao Tome and Principe
World Heritage Sao Tome and Principe · UNESCO sites in Sao Tome and Principe map · historical landmarks in Sao Tome and Principe
Sao Tome and Principe has 1 site on the UNESCO World Heritage List — 1 cultural inscription, inscribed in 2026. This map of UNESCO sites in Sao Tome and Principe covers every listing, with a short description, the inscription year and the nearest airports — the fastest way to see the country's most important historical sites and landmarks in one place.
Roças of São Tomé and Príncipe was the country's first inscription, added in 2026.
- Sites
- 1
- Cultural
- 1
- First inscribed
- 2026
Sites on the map
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- Day trips & transportGuided trips and transfers across Sao Tome and Principe · Klook
- Tours & experiencesStarting with Roças of São Tomé and Príncipe · Klook
- Self-guided audio walksExplore Roças of São Tomé and Príncipe at your own pace · WeGoTrip
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All 1 sites in Sao Tome and Principe
List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sao Tome and Principe
Every inscription with its year and category. Open a site for its story, map location and nearest airports.
| Site | Year | Type | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roças of São Tomé and PríncipePlantation estates of a colonial island economy. | 2026 | Cultural | Plantation estates of a colonial island economy. |
Frequently asked questions about World Heritage in Sao Tome and Principe
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites are there in Sao Tome and Principe?
- Sao Tome and Principe has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1 cultural.
- What was the first World Heritage Site in Sao Tome and Principe?
- Roças of São Tomé and Príncipe was inscribed in 2026. Plantation estates of a colonial island economy.
- Which UNESCO sites in Sao Tome and Principe are easiest to reach?
- Each site page lists the closest airports with distance, so you can pick the gateway city first and work outwards. The "Flying in" panel on this page shows the main gateways for Sao Tome and Principe.
- What are the main historical sites and landmarks in Sao Tome and Principe?
- The 1 UNESCO-listed site above are Sao Tome and Principe's internationally recognised historical sites and landmarks, starting with Roças of São Tomé and Príncipe (2026). Each entry links to a full page with a map, photos and travel notes.