Cape Verde
Country in Africa
Cape Verde, or Cabo Verde, is a nation on a volcanic archipelago off the northwest coast of Africa. It’s known for its Creole Portuguese-African culture and morna music. Its many beaches are jumping-off points for windsports and diving among shipwrecks. Its largest island, Santiago, is home to the current capital, Praia, and the old capital, Cidade Velha, with its clifftop fortress.
Capital: Praia
Currency: Cape Verdean escudo
Continent: Africa
Population: 498,897 (2013) World Bank
Official language: Portuguese