Cabo Verde is a country in West Africa, Africa. Its capital is Praia, with a population of approximately 561K and a total area of 4,033 km². The official languages are Portuguese / Cape Verdean Creole and the currency is the Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE).
Cabo Verde covers an area of 4,033 km² with a population density of 139/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $2.2B ($3,921 per capita) and gained independence in 1975. It has a coastline of 965 km.
Cabo Verde is the birthplace of morna — a soulful music genre recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, made famous globally by Cesária Évora. The archipelago of 10 volcanic islands sits 570km off the West African coast.
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An active 2,829m volcano — the highest peak in the Atlantic islands, last erupted in 2014
UNESCO first European colonial city in the tropics, founded in 1462
Stunning white sand beach with turquoise waters — world-class windsurfing
Dramatic volcanic landscapes with lush valleys and terraced farms — best hiking in Atlantic Africa
The capital of Cabo Verde is Praia.
The official language(s) of Cabo Verde are Portuguese / Cape Verdean Creole.
The population of Cabo Verde is approximately 561K.
Cabo Verde uses the Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE).
Cabo Verde is located in Africa, in the West Africa region.
Cabo Verde has a GDP of $2.2B, with a GDP per capita of $3,921.
The best time to visit Cabo Verde is November–June. The climate is Tropical dry, warm year-round.
Visa required — e-Visa available
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