
Cape Verde\u0027s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cidade Velha (simply \u0027Old City\u0027) was the first European settlement in the tropics, and once an important point in the Portuguese Empire. P...
The island of Sal, in view of its close proximity to the African continent, has a climate very similar to other zones with the same latitude. It is a very arid island, and although volcanic in origin, constant erosion throughout its history has made it almost flat.
Without a doubt, the most picturesque place on the island is PEDRA DO LUME, the name given to a crater of the now extinct volcano. Entry to the crater was made possible by means of a artificial tunnel built in 1804. The crater is at sea-level, and even though the sea is 1 km away the water manages to filter in. The salt pits of Santa Maria, although not in use anymore, are well worth a visit and lie about 1 km from the town. VILA DE ESPARGOS, which got its name from the vegetation growing there, is also interesting to visit
Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
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Santa Maria (Cape Verde) | 17 km | 20 min | |
Sal (Amílcar Cabral) Intl. Airport (SID) | km | min | |
Murdiera | 7 km | 10 min | |
Praia De Chavez (Inc. Riu Hotel Karamboa) | km | min | |
Santa Monica (Incl. Riu Touareg) | km | min |
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Cape Verde\u0027s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cidade Velha (simply \u0027Old City\u0027) was the first European settlement in the tropics, and once an important point in the Portuguese Empire. P...
Praia is Cape Verde\u0027s capital, largest city and centre of economic, political and religious life. The city boasts a distinct mix of African and Mediterranean vibes throughout the downtown area (k...
Cape Verde\u0027s second city is also the undisputed centre of culture, entertainment and nightlife. With wider streets and European-style squares, it has great establishments for dining, drinking and...
The small fishing town of Santa Maria, on the island of Sal, boasts miles of picture-perfect beach with golden sands and bright blue water. Relax at one of the numerous beachside bars and watch the fi...
Pico do Fogo, Cape Verde\u0027s youngets and most active volcano, towers beautifully but menacingly over the island of Fogo. The mezmerizing black volcanic soil is reminiscent of similar fiery peaks i...
Just a few kilometres north of the village of Palmeira lies a small inlet on the rocky coast on the island of Sal, with a hole in rocks that at the right time of day (better in the morning) projects l...
The northwestern part of the island of Boa Vista is covered by a large expanse of untouched and unspoiled desert, the Deserto de Viana. Explore the picturesque sand dunes on an all-terrain 4-wheel mot...
The stunning Forte Real de São Filipe, the first and most important fortification anywhere in Cape Verde, overlooks Cidade Velha from its privileged position on a 120-metre tall hill. Destroyed by the...
For some insight into Cape Verde\u0027s more recent turbulent history, visit Colonia Penal de Tarrafal, a prison and concentration camp nicknamed \u0027Campo da Morte Lenta\u0027 (Camp of the Slow Dea...
Maio may be one of the most unfairly overlooked of the Cape Verde islands. It is true that tourist infrastructure is somewhat lacking, but that\u0027s part of its charm. Untouched beaches and sand dun...
The Serra Malagueta Natural Park lies in the northern part of the island of Santiago, a lush expanse crowned by the 1,064-metre Serra Malagueta. As one of the greenest areas in the whole country, and ...
The greenest and smallest inhabited island in Cape Verde is sometimes called the \u0027island of flowers\u0027 due to its diversity of flora and fauna. It is also one of the most mountainous islands, ...
EmergencyNumbers
Hospital: 130 Fire brigade: 131 Police: 132
Currency
Cape Verdean Escudo, CVE
Newspapers
A Semana (Portuguese and English) Expresso das Ilhas
OpeningHours
General opening hours are from 8 or 9am until 7pm, with most shops closing from noon to 3pm. In some of the smaller villages and on more remote islands, however, opening hours are quite flexible, especially at restaurants and cafes.
Population
525,000
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