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Santiago

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Islands, Santiago 0 comments

Santiago is the largest island in cape verde with an surface area of 991 sq km and is the most populated area with over to half the nation’s population. It also the location of the cape vede islands capital Praia which boasts the largest urban town center in the Cape Verde islandsand has a population of 61,644. It is also the location of one of the Cape Vered islands two international airports and in the central base for the islands fishing industry.


Santiago in contrast to some of the other Cape Verde islands has a lush green landscape. It is only a 35 minute flight from the cape Verde islands. The Island of Santiago has it all, acres of lush forests, stunning beaches and an incredible opportunity for property investment.


The island of Santiago is mountainous and boasts breathtaking valleys, with beautiful natural water springs, and has two main mountain ranges. The coastline is sheer, with black reefs, with golden sand beaches and tropical vegetation. Santiago will soon become a very popular destination for tourists and property investors that are looking for somewhere that has unspoilt beaches, lush mountain ranges and a year round sunny climate.


Tarrafal is located in the northern part of the Cape Verde Island of Santiago and is surrounded by beautiful scenery and is a popular surfers place.


Praia is the capital of the island of Santiago and is a popular place for many of the new development projects in the Cape Verde Islands.

San Vincenco

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Islands, San Vicente, Sao Vicente 0 comments

Sao Vicente is undoubtedly the cultural centre of the Cape Verde islands with Mindelo as the main city. It is heaven for artists, intellectuals and musicians, the late great Cesaria Evora lived on the island . Historically, the port of Mindelo was an important coaling station for trans-Atlantic steamers that re-fuelled with coal from mines in Wales. In recent times the Cape Verde islands have been used as a vital global telecommunication link from the state of the art telegraph station. Like the rest of the Cape Verde islands, Sao Vicente boasts stunning beaches and is one of the best places in the world for speed wind surfing .The islands music culture is alluring to many international talented musicians.
Sao Vicente is the most cosmopolitan island in the Verde’s and is an excellent place to enjoy the Cape Verdian music scene . The island still clearly shows the effect of it’s volcanic past; the sweeping lava fields cover the landscape. The port city of Mindelo is the capital of Sao Vicente. The island of Sao Vicente has been heavily influenced by the British and as you look around you will find astounding artifacts and memorials .Mindelo offers an excellent and exotic nightlife.
There are countless carnivals that stem from their Brazillian roots culture . Perhaps the most popular event in the island of Sao Vicente is the festival of Baia das Gatas, the festival is held over 3 nights and is a non-stop party. The festival has an excellent reputation for attracting musical talent from across the globe. Baia das Gatas also boasts a spectacular beach and a natural lagoon. As a result of previous volcanic activity, there is a naturally separated lagoon that offers one of the finest seawater pool in the world.

Mindelo is the Capital city of Sao Vicente with a large port and also attracts much of the large scale tourism on the island of Sao Vicente.

MFBTV: Motafied Beatz presents Love “Strela” Ferias 2011

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Activities, Music 0 comments

The documentary about their Love Ferias experience with in Cabo Verde, starring Motafied Beatz & MC Me, Elmer Lopes, K Ramirez & Ruby Rhythm, WIlliam.

île de Fogo (Cabo Verde, Cap Vert) Pico & Sao Felipe

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Fogo, Islands 0 comments

Fogo volcano eruption in 1995 (Cape Verde Islands)

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Fogo, Islands 0 comments

In April 1995 a fissure eruption started at Fogo volcano on the Cape Verde island of Fogo. The center of activity was on the west side of the prominent Pico cone. The eruption caused evacuation (note shelters at the beginning) of some island residents and damage of property and crops. The film was made at a quite early stage of the eruption in April 1995. Activity ended at the end of May.

Sampeifish – Boavista – Sao Nicolau con X-zoga !!!

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Activities, Fishing 0 comments

CARNAVAL SAO NICOLAU 2011,ESTRELA AZUL

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Cape Verde Festivals, Music 0 comments

Fogo

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Fogo, Islands 0 comments

Fogo is an island of stunning  scenic contrasts.
The weathered magnificence of Ñàî Fillipe, a city with beautiful rustic squares and scenic walkways. With classical colonial houses constructed by rich farm owners, using the materials imported from Portugal and Western Africa . The extremes grow even greater as you head inland. Firstly you will travel through fertile rolling countryside then as the road steepens beside the volcanic craters. Heading Towards the breathtaking volcanic grey cone of Pico de Fogo.
Few scenes compare to that of the first sighting of the pico. The Pico de fogo is surrounded by craters that were formed during the last eruption in 1995. You can take a guided tour of the volcano and actually feel the heat emanating from the core. Incredibly, the family of an eccentric French duke still live and produce wine beside the volcano despite the volcano’s volatile history.
Fogo is full of beauty  surprises and mystery; your experience on the island o Fogo will be completely unique. There is no place quite like Fogo.

Brava

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Brava 0 comments

The island of Brava is the smallest greenest and wettest in the Cape Verde islands. Brava has a climate that makes it unique. The island has an almost permanent mist that covers the island, creating a cool and humid climate. The island is the greenest in the Cape Verde’s and attracts tropical explorers that are seeking flora and fauna. Visitors to the island can use the ferry from Fogo. The island is perhaps the least popular in the Cape Verde islands as the temperature is below the other islands; the temperature tends to vary from 16 and 25 degrees C. The mountainous landscape reaches a height of 976m above sea level. The capital town of Vila de Nova Sintra is situated at 500meters above sea level and boasts stunning views.
Discovered in 1462, the island was unpopulated until the late 1680’s when an eruption on the island of Fogo, named volcano de Pico forced residents to flee the island and seek refuge on Brava. The islands economy is solely based around agriculture and fishing. The island of Brava produces sugar cane, corn and potatoes as there main agricultural products and the fishing industry gives hundreds of people work as there is a plentiful supply of lobsters and other exotic fish. A paradise for fishermen. The island has strong ties to North America as many Cape verdians chose to immigrate to the USA.

Hiking

Posted by on December 26, 2011 in Walking & Hiking 0 comments

Fogo, Santa Antao, and Sao Nicolao are the most popular islands for hiking. There are numerous trails in Santa Antao, and the island is fairly well set-up for hiking, with recognised trails. There is transport that can take you to the beginning of the trail and collect you from the end. The views can be spectacular, you will need  a head for heights. For those that are fit, you can climb with guides to the top of the volcano in Fogo and then “ski” down on the black lava. In Sao Nicolao, many walkers walk around Monte Gordo, which can be very cold so pack extra clothes. This is in the green part of the island, and there can be mist over the mountain.
The hiking on these islands is breathtaking ideal destination for a healthy vacation.
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