2019 Edition vol6 Issue 22 DIGITAL

Destinations & Travel
Think of a country that offers different kinds of vacation
experiences. Welcome to Cape Verde or Cabo Verde, as it is
officially called in Portuguese..
The African
Heart-Stopping Paradise
On Earth By Ogo Ubabukoh
Forget for a moment, those big
names and countries in Africa,
if you are planning for a truly
rewarding vacation to Africa. Yes, not
that countries like South Africa, Egypt,
Morocco, Tanzania, Kenya, etc. do not
have much to offer; they sure do. But
why not try something more exciting,
exotic and unique? Think of a country
that offers different kinds of vacation
experiences. Welcome to Cape Verde or
Cabo Verde, as it is officially called in
Portuguese.
Even though discovered by the
Portuguese in 1456, Cape Verde became
independent from the Portuguese only
in 1975. With seductive blue beaches,
breathtaking mountains, tranquil
seaside villages, coupled with incredibly
friendly and hospitable people, the
captivating island, which is made up of
an archipelago of 10 volcanic islands
chain, offers what a very few countries
possess. Situated in the central Atlantic
Ocean, Cape Verde, which is just
about 630 km to Dakar, Senegal, is an
epitome of contrast, as each island of the
country possesses distinctive charms
and uniqueness, making Cape Verde
and all its beautiful islands a must-visit
destination.
Although Cape Verde is made up of
10 islands, each with its idiosyncratic
characteristics, however, the three
biggest islands of the country are
Santiago, which covers an area of 991
km2. This is followed by Santo Antao
with 779 km2. Cape Verde’s third largest
island Boa Vista measures 620 km2
What makes Cape Verde a tourist
paradise? Many. Apart from having
warm temperatures throughout the year,
making it a perfect island to escape the
chilly winter weather, Cape Verde is a
melting point for cultural diversity. Of
course, which island you choose to visit
depends on where your interest lies.
Are you into hiking, wind/kite surfing
or the beach type? Are you one of those
mountain climbing enthusiasts? Cape
Verde is a perfect destination for you.
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