Brazilian Impresses the Web by Showcasing House in Cape Verde with Lava from Volcano in the Living Room — Property Was Hit by Lava That Started Invading the Residence and the Scene Now Attracts Tourists

Between The Mountains Of Fogo Island, In Cape Verde, A House Partially Swallowed By Lava During The 2014 Eruption Became A Symbol Of Resistance And Worldwide Curiosity, Attracting Tourists And Viralizing On Social Media With Over 1.2 Million Views

A video posted by content creator Daniel Braune (@brauneoficial) caught attention by showing a house partially swallowed by lava on Fogo Island, in Cape Verde. The recording went viral on Instagram, surpassing 1.2 million views and sparking curiosity among Brazilians.

The residence belongs to Zenita, a resident of the village of Chã das Caldeiras, located about 2,000 meters above sea level.

The property was hit during the eruption of the volcano in 2014, when a river of lava destroyed more than 200 houses in the region. However, the volcanic flow only entered the dining room — and stopped there.

Lava Became Part Of The House

The result amazes those who visit the site. Large blocks of solidified lava occupy part of the living and dining rooms, preserved to this day as part of the structure.

The scene blends destruction and natural beauty, making the house a symbol of resilience in the face of nature’s power.

Zenita reported that the lava reached the property just three months after the eruption began, during the last week of volcanic activity.

The family had left the area believing everything would be destroyed, but later discovered that part of the house had survived.

From Tragedy To Tourist Attraction

Constructed of simple masonry and expanded over the years, the house has been restored and transformed into an attraction. The interior retains volcanic rock as a centerpiece, creating a unique setting.

Over time, the property began to receive visitors interested in learning the story and observing up close the meeting of architecture and nature.

A New Beginning For Zenita

Like other residents of the village, Zenita found a new source of income in tourism.

Besides the preserved residence, she manages Pensão Pedra Burkan, an inn that welcomes travelers and keeps the memory of the eruption that transformed her life alive.

With information from Casa e Jardim.

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