Useful information about Cape Verde
The Republic of Cape Verde is a volcanic archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, approximately 500 km off the coast of Senegal. The 10 Cape Verdean islands are geographically divided into two groups:
- the Windward islands to the north (Santo Antao, Sao Vicente, Santa Luzia, Sao Nicolau, Sal, and Boa Vista), characterized by a more arid climate;
- the Leeward islands (Maio, Santiago, Fogo, Brava) to the south, slightly more rainy.
A handful of islands scattered in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Senegal, with turquoise waters and stretches of golden sand. These are the Cape Verde Islands, emerged from the depths of the ocean millions of years ago, giving rise to a paradise for sea lovers, sun worshippers, water sports enthusiasts, and relaxation seekers.
climate
The islands of the Cape Verde archipelago are located in the tropical climate zone, characterized by a semi-desertic dry tropical climate, tempered by the trade winds.
Temperatures vary little throughout the seasons: the average highs range between 30°C and 24°C, while the average lows vary between 25°C and 19°C.
Any time of the year is great to choose Cape Verde as a destination for your holidays.
social situation and religion
Cape Verde is an independent republic, politically stable, and free from social conflicts. The predominant religion is Catholicism.
currency
The currency used is the Cape Verdean escudo, the official currency of the islands since 1975. 1 euro corresponds to 110.265 escudos. It is not necessary to change currency as the euro is accepted in Cape Verde.
entry
vaccinations
Vaccinations are not required or recommended for entry into Cape Verde. For more information, it is advisable to visit the viaggiare sicuri website.
electricity
internal transportation
Some of the islands are connected by internal flights operated by Cabo Verde Airlines and BestFly.
Sant’Antão Island does not have an active airport and is connected to Sao Vicente only by sea passage (40 min by fast ferry).
cuisine
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language
The official language is Portuguese, while the commonly spoken language by the local population is Creole.
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