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Praia Santa Monica (2 of 5)
Praia Santa Monica, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation and the desert area. Instead, the beach is a protected area for turtles laying their…
Praia Santa Monica (3 of 5)
Three visitors of Praia Santa Monica stand near the shoreline looking out to sea.
Praia Santa Monica, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation…
Praia Santa Monica, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation…
Praia Santa Monica (4 of 5)
This photo is taken farther back towards the land portion of Praia Santa Monica.
This beach, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation and the…
This beach, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation and the…
Praia Santa Monica (5 of 5)
Another view of Praia Santa Monica with rocky mountains visible in the distance.
This beach, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation and the…
This beach, also known as Praia Curralinho is one of ten beaches on the island of Boa Vista. The beach itself is seldom used by people due to underpopulation and the…
Praia, Capital of Cape Verde
Praia, the capital and largest city in Cape Verde, as photographed in 1983. The Domingos Ramos Secondary School is visible in the distance on the left side of the image. The Maria Pia lighthouse can be seen in the distance near the center of the…
Praia, Cityscape Panorma
A panoramic view of Praia, similar to slide CV-83-035, Praia, Capital of Cape Verde. On the left of the frame the Domingos Ramos Secondary School, with it's distinctive, pyramid-like tower rising above the city, can be seen.
Praia: Port View from the Rooftops
This slide, similar to CV-83-033, Docked Ships Along the Coast of Praia, was taken above street level so that the roofs of the city are exposed. Important to this city is the port, which exports goods such as coffee, tropical fruits and sugar cane.
Protected Harbor at Fajã d'Água
The steep mountains that protect Fajã d'Água from the strong northwestern winds that sweep across Brava.
Relaxation & Recreation at Baia das Gatas
A typical scene of recreation and relaxation at Baia das gatas, a popular weekend resort for both São Vicente residents and tourists alike. It is located about eight miles west of Mindelo, the largest and only city on São Vicente. In the background…
Residents of Fajã d'Água
Residents of Fajã d'Água pose for a photo by David Baxter. [Unidentified]
Residents of São Felipe
Two female residents of São Felipe pose for a photograph. They appear to be taking a break from some activity, perhaps sorting or selling firewood. In the background, some of the pastel buildings and terracotta roofs that this city is known for.
Ribeira Brava
Ribeira Brava is the capital and one of two municipalities of São Nicolau. This image is a view of the Praça do Torreiro, the church square. The town, once the seat of the Bishop, includes the Ingreja Nossa Senhora do Rosàrio which is visible with…
Ribeira Brava from Mountain Top
An elevated view of Ribeira Brava, the main town on São Nicolau, located in the humid interior valley.
Ribeira Brava Landscape
Here you can see the juxtaposition of the rocky terrain and the lush tropical landscape that Cape Verde is famous for. This photograph is taken in the Ribeira Brava region located in the fertile hinterland of the otherwise barren island São Nicolau.
Ribeira Brava: Garden & Path
Ground level view of a garden in Ribiera Brava. Believed to be the same garden pictured in slide CV81197.
Ribeira Calhau
View of Ribeira Calhau from Monte Verde. Following the ribeira is a road that connects Calhau and Mindelo. Calhau, a fishing village that is a popular weekend resort for tourists and residents of Mindelo.
Ribeira de Paùl Vegetation
Ribeira de Paùl.
Road Leading to Cathedral
A cobblestone road leads up a steep hill to the Cathedral of Nossa Senhora da Luz (Our Lady of Light).
Road to Bahia das Gatas
View of the road to Bahia das Gatas from the house of Dr. Adriano. In foreground is the weekend house "Casa Vasconcellos" owned by a well known businessman from Mindelo.
Road to Calhau
A typical Sunday at Calhau, a popular weekend vacation spot about 12 miles from Mindelo. Note that black volcanic pumice dominates the landscape.
Road to Paúl
This coastal road, on the northern coast of Santo Antão, connects the towns of Ribeira Grande and Paúl. The road is gravel and dirt, and is, as one can see in this photograph, largely used for foot traffic. The road, for much of it's lebth, is…
Road to Pàul
Possibly a cloister or monastery now abandoned. The rocky coastline on the way to Paùl shows how treacherous the terrain is.
Rocky Area Behind Praia de Cabral
A desolate area behind Praia de Cabral with ruins and a small chapel.
Rocky Coastline in Ribeira de Paùl
The coastline of Santo Antoão is rocky and jagged. At some points the mountains descend directly to the coastline, as seen here.
Rocky Landscape with Goats
Goats roam a rocky, desolate area just inland from Praia de Cabral, a white sand beach about two miles from Sal Rei.
Rocky Ledge by Praia de Cabral
A desolate area "behind" Praia Cabral, a beach about two miles from Sal Rei.
Rows of Crops
Pictured are planted rows of crops on the municipality of Paul. The area is known for its nutrient rich land that gives rise to a diverse range of crops, the most prominent being corn.
Ruins
Ruins of an unknown structure in the high valley on São Nicolau.
Ruins of Chapel
The ruins of a small chapel located near Praia de Cabral, a beach about two miles from Sal Rei. To the left, the ruins of an old home which once had steps leading down to the beach below.
Ruins of Chapel Against Cloudy Sky
The ruins of a small chapel are photographed against a dramatic sky. These ruins on Boa Vista are located near Praia de Cabral, a beach that is within two miles of Sal Rei. Not pictured here but nearby are the ruins of a home that has a staircase…
Ruins of Chapel and Home
The ruins of a small chapel near Praia de Cabral, a sandy beach and cove about two miles from Sal Rei. To the left are the ruins of a home which once had steps leading down to the beach.
Ruins of Dock, Maio
The posts of a ruined dock near the Vila do Maio.
Ruins of Home at Praia de Cabral
The ruins of a home at Praia de Cabral, a beach located about 2 miles from Sal Rei. The home is connected to a stair case that leads to the beach. Nearby are the ruins of a small chapel.
Rural Scene at Ribeira de Paùl
Stone houses with thatched roof located high in the distance against a massive shear mountain face. The land here is rocky, but with abundant plant life. The children appear to be heading back to the homes or leaving carrying baskets perhaps to…
Sal Landscape
A view of the barren landscape of Sal. The landscape here has been compared to the surface of Mars, and the islands main export is salt, and has been mined for such since before the 15th century. This photograph was taken near Amilcar Cabral…
Salinas ("Salt Pans") Outside of Sal Rei
This picture, taken just outside of Sal Rei, shows several "salinas" (salt pans) for the production of sea salt. One of the main industries in the Cape Verde islands is salt mining, along with fishing, and ship repair.
Salt Pans Outside Vila do Maio (1 of 6)
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these pans was transported to an English port where it was then shipped to various countries around the world. The business…
Salt Pans Outside Vila do Maio (2 of 6)
A pile of salt mined from salt pans located near Vila do Maio. The salinas were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these pans was transported to an English port where it was then shipped to various countries around the world.…
Salt Pans Outside Vila do Maio (3 of 6)
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these pans was transported to an English port where it was then shipped to various countries around the world. The business…
Salt Pans Outside Vila do Maio (4 of 6)
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these pans was transported to an English port where it was then shipped to various countries around the world. The business…
Salt Pans Outside Vila do Maio (5 of 6)
Piles of salt arranged near a salt pan on Maio. A woman transports some using a container balanced on her head.
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these…
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these…
Salt Pans Outside Vila do Maio (6 of 6)
Piles of salt arranged near a salt pan on Maio. A woman transports some using a container balanced on her head.
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these…
These large salt pans, or salinas, located near Vila do Maio, were the islands main source of income for centuries. Salt from these…
Sand Dunes of Boa Vista (1 of 2)
Pictured are sand dunes near the airport at Rabil. It is thought that the sand dunes of the island were an alluring site for seafarers since it may have been their first sight of land in as long as a couple of months.
Sand Dunes of Boa Vista (2 of 2)
Pictured are sand dunes near the airport at Rabil. It is thought that the sand dunes of the island were an alluring site for seafarers since it may have been their first sight of land in as long as a couple of months.
Santa Catarina, Teacher Training College
Pictured in the distance is the Teacher Training College in Santa Catarina, Santiago. The system provides its teachers with the training necessary to be successful educators. Individuals planning to be primary school teachers are given 2 years of…
Santa Isabel Church of Sal Rei (1 of 2)
Located in the Central Praça of Sal Rei is the Santa Isabel Church. Since this photo was taken in 1988 the church and the area in front of it have been remodeled. The church now features a sand colored facade with bright blue accents and the square…
Santa Isabel Church of Sal Rei (2 of 2)
Located in the Central Praça of Sal Rei is the Santa Isabel Church. Since this photo was taken in 1988 the church and the area in front of it have been remodeled. The church now features a sand colored facade with bright blue accents and the square…
Santo Antão: Northeastern Coast
Looking east on a coastal road that connects the small town of Paúl to Ribeira Grande. This area of the island is known for it's rough surf and high winds.
São Nicolau Highlands
A wide landscape view of Ribeira Brava in the hinterland of São Nicolaiu. This are of São Nicolau is particularly fertile, especially for an island in an archipelago made of volcanic rock. Scattered throughout the green valley is the town of Ribeira…
São Nicolau Highlands
The highlands of São Nicolau, home to Ribeira Brava, are among the most beautiful and agriculturally friendly of the Cape Verdean islands. Here, some scattered dwellings near Ribeira Brava and Panja.