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Information on Cape Verde

Official Name (Republic of Cape Verde) Republica de Cabo Verde
Capital Praia
Population 437,000
Area 4033 sq km
Currency Escudo ($1=119.75)
Religion Christianity
Literacy 72%
Languages Portuguese
Climate Tropical and dry


INTRODUCTION An archipelago consisting of 15 islands, Cape Verde became an independent nation on July 5, 1975. This country situated in the Atlantic has suffered many droughts, which have made the country slightly poore.

Location of Cape Verde
Cape Verde islands are located in the Atlantic ocean, due west of the westernmost point of Africa, Cape Verde. These islands can be divided into windward and leeward groups. The windward, or Barlavento, group on the north includes Santo Antão, São Vicente, São Nicolau, Santa Luzia, Sal, and Boa Vista while the leeward, or Sotavento, group on the south includes São Tiago, Brava, Fogo, and Maio.

Flora And Fauna of Cape Verde

Vegetation is sparse and consists of various shrubs, aloes, and other drought-resistant species. Wildlife is also limited and includes lizards, monkeys, wild goats, and a variety of bird life.

Physical Map of Cape Verde

Most of the islands are volcanic in origin with three-Sal, Boa Vista, and Maio-being mountainous. The highest point, Pico do Cano rising to 9,281 ft on Fogo, is the group's only active volcano. Mineral resources are meager and primarily include pozzolana, a volcanic rock used in making cement; and salt. This country lacks renewable sources of fresh water and is often subject to droughts.

Climate of Cape Verde

The climate is tropical and dry, showing little variation throughout the year. The average temperature in Praia, the capital, ranges from 20° to 25°C in January and 24° to 28°C in July. Winds are frequent, occasionally carrying clouds of sand from the Sahara Desert in Africa to the east. Rainfall is less and irregular. Average rainfall in Praia is 260 mm, nearly all of which falls from August through September.

Related Links
Cape Verde Location Map  |  Economy and Culture of Cape Verde  |  Flag of Cape Verde

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