The warmth of the Islands makes sure that a visitor feels at home. The beaches and dunes par excellence. Cape Verde has some of the best beaches in the world. There are tourist’s facilities throughout all the islands to accommodate all. While in Cape Verde, one has a chance to visit many historical sites such as Cidade Velha, which help to redefine western world.

Besides the historical aspects of the country and the beautiful crystal-like water of the islands with its tropical weather and musical pallet, there are numerous activities that will keep anyone happy and feeling good to be there. The seas around the islands are some of the best for wind surfing, and its deep sea diving is some of the many water sports that you can participate in.

Understanding the Geography

The Republic of Cape Verde or Cape Verde is a republic located on an archipelago in the Micronesia eco-region of the North Atlantic Ocean, off the western coast of Africa; 10 main islands and about 8 islets form it.

The main islands are

Barlaventos (northern island group)

Santo Antão

São Vicente

Santa Luzia

São Nicolau

Sal

Boa Vista

Sotaventos (southern island group)

Maio

Santiago

Fogo

Brava

Of these, only Santa Luzia and the five islets are uninhabited. Presently it is a Natural Reserve. All islands are volcanic, but an active volcano only exists on one of the islands, Fogo. The islets are Branco, Razo.

Climate Conditions

Cape Verde is in the tropical zone. Average temperatures range from 24°C (75°F) in January and February to 29°C (85°F) in September. The average annual rainfall for Cape Verde is 68.4 mm, with September the wettest month with 33.6 mm. Conversely, the months April to July record less than one millimetre of rainfall each.

Understanding the Culture

The culture of Cape Verde reflects its mixed African and Portuguese roots. It is well known for its diverse forms of music such as Morna (like the Portuguese Fado) and the urban Angolan kizomba, and a wide variety of dances: the soft dance Morna, and its modernized version, pasada, the Funana - a sensual mixed Portuguese and African dance, the extreme sensuality of coladeira (literally "glued"), and the African Batuque dance. These are reflective of the diverse origins of Cape Verde's residents.

The term "Cabo" is used to refer to residents as well as the culture of Cape Verde.