Old Cathedral of Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Catedral Velha de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
A white Portuguese-style church completed in 1854, now abandoned and weathered. Its bell tower and façade remain Inhambane's most atmospheric colonial-era landmark.
The old cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception and was once the religious center of the town. After the new cathedral was built, it gradually fell into disuse. Parts of the roof and interior have collapsed, but the façade and bell tower still stand, and the weathered walls have a strong sense of history. Visitors can usually only view it from outside and take photos, though sometimes, with the guard's permission, you can climb the bell tower for views over the bay. It is on the north side of the old town near the bay, and can easily be combined with a stroll through the old town.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day
Nearby sights
- Inhambane Old Town
- Inhambane Central Market
- Inhambane–Maxixe Dhow Ferry
- Praia da Barra
- Tofo Market
- Praia do Tofo
- Ocean Safari & Marine Megafauna Foundation
- Tofinho