Cabo
Verde
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Brava is the smallest island
among the Cape Verde archipelago. With its 64
km² and app. 7'000 inhabitants, it is not
only the cradle of the melancholic "Morna",
but also a cherished summer destination of well-heeled
Cape Verdeans and Europeans who enjoy the mild
climate and gorgeous vegetation of Brava. The
island capital is Vila Nova Sintra with app. 1'500
inhabitants. The small town is located on a craggy
high plateau at app. 500 m ASL.
The island is dominated
by the app. 1'000 m high volcano cone Fontainhas,
from which visitors can enjoy an incredible view
right on down to Fogo.
The population lives from the sparse production
of the agriculture, which is just about sufficient
for its own needs. As with many other parts of
the Cape Verde Islands, it is the family members
in foreign countries, either in America or Europe,
who ultimately finance most of the livelihood
of those who remain home. |
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Those who visit Brava especially
enjoy the beautiful and arbitrary nature. Brava
is the home of the hibiscus flower and many other
subtropical plants. Visitors to the island must
always bring a healthy portion of patience and
time.
The transit connections from Fogo or Santiago
are limited to only a few days per week. There
is no flight connection to Sal or Santiago. |
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