Church

(Vila de) Nova Sintra [Vila de São João Batista], Brava Island, Cape Verde

Religious Architecture

This is a simple building with two pyramidal spires flanking the main body crowned by a triangular pediment. The church of Nova Sintra is marked by 19th century elements on the façade with round-arched bays and a circular oculus at the centre. The building opens onto a large urban square.

• José Manuel Fernandes