History
The history of São Jorge — from volcano to fajãs, whaling to modern life.
São Jorge Island
Formation, geography and place in the Azores archipelago.
Settlement
First colonists — from João Vaz Corte-Real to Flemish Topo.
Volcanic Origins
How volcanism shaped the island's dramatic landscape.
The Fajãs
Unique coastal plains — Penedia, Cubres, Vimes and more.
Fishing and the Sea
Harbours, artisanal fishing and São Jorge's bond with the Atlantic.
Tuna Canneries
Santa Catarina at Fajã Grande — reactivated in 1995, still canning.
Whalers
From sperm-whale hunting to industrial tuna fishing.
Historical Figures
People who shaped São Jorge and Azorean history.