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Cabo Verde

History

Portuguese navigators reached the Cape Verde islands.
Ribeira Grande on Santiago became one of the first permanent European settlements in the tropics.
The PAIGC was founded to campaign for independence in Cape Verde and Guinea-Bissau.
Cape Verde became independent from Portugal appears in Cabo Verde's historical record.
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CapitalPraia
Population491k
Area4k km2
CurrencyCape Verdean escudo

Short facts

RegionWest Africa
LanguagePortuguese
Time zoneTBC
Drives onTBC

Worth seeing

  • Culture: Local food, music, markets and heritage routes.
  • City base: Praia gives the country a clear planning anchor.
  • Nature: Regional landscapes shape routes and seasonality.

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Planning questions

What is Cabo Verde known for?Culture, City base, Nature.
What is the capital?Praia.
Which language is useful?Portuguese.
When is the national day?TBC.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

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Known for

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