Sao Tome and Principe is a country in Central Africa, Africa. Its capital is São Tomé, with a population of approximately 227K and a total area of 964 km². The official language is Portuguese and the currency is the São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STN).
Sao Tome and Principe covers an area of 964 km² with a population density of 236/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $0.5B ($2,203 per capita) and gained independence in 1975. It has a coastline of 209 km.
The tiny island of Príncipe was where Arthur Eddington observed the 1919 solar eclipse that confirmed Einstein's theory of general relativity — one of the most important scientific observations in history. The islands also produce some of the world's finest chocolate.
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A dramatic 663m volcanic needle rising from the jungle — one of Africa's most striking natural monuments
Dense primary rainforest covering much of São Tomé — endemic birds and rare wildlife
A historic colonial cocoa plantation — a haunting reminder of the island's plantation past
A remote turtle nesting beach on the southern tip of São Tomé — pristine and unspoiled
The capital of Sao Tome and Principe is São Tomé.
The official language(s) of Sao Tome and Principe are Portuguese.
The population of Sao Tome and Principe is approximately 227K.
Sao Tome and Principe uses the São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STN).
Sao Tome and Principe is located in Africa, in the Central Africa region.
Sao Tome and Principe has a GDP of $0.5B, with a GDP per capita of $2,203.
The best time to visit Sao Tome and Principe is June–September. The climate is Tropical, dry season June–September.
Visa required — e-Visa available
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