Cabo Verde has ten islands and eight islets (small islands). They are divided into two groups: Barlavento (windward) islands and Sotavento (leeward) islands.
In Cabo Verde, only about 10-11% of land is suitable for agriculture.
Cabo Verde is in Africa, with a population of 0.54 million people. Its capital is Praia, and their currency is Cape Verdean escudo (CVE). The official language in Cabo Verde is Portuguese.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Democracy Day (Jan 13)
- Heroes’ Day (Jan 20)
- Labor Day (May 1)
- Youth Day (Jun 1)
- Independence Day (Jul 5)
- Assumption Day (Aug 15)
- All Saints’ Day (Nov 1)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
It has one world heritage site which is Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande.
It also has three national parks:
Want to learn more? Check out Cabo Verde’s tourism website.
Also check out the Ethnographic Museum and São Filipe Municipal Museum.
Fun activities to do
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