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Hills on a Journey across Boa Vista to Praia Curralhino
View of hills on a journey across the very arid interior of Boa Vista on the way to Praia Curralhino, also known as Praia Santa Monica. Note that despite extreme drought conditions, there is a presence of goats, donkeys and the occasional bovine.
Palm trees on a Journey across Boa Vista to Praia Curralhino
Palm trees and crumbling wall as seen on a journey across the very arid interior of Boa Vista on the way to Praia Curralhino, also known as Praia Santa Monica. Note that despite extreme drought conditions, there is a presence of goats, donkeys and…
On the Road to Praia Curralhino
Journey in a Volkswagon minibus across the arid interior of Boa Vista on the way to Praia Curralhino, also known as Praia Santa Monica. Note that despite extreme drought conditions, there is a presence of goats, donkeys and the occasional bovine.…
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.
David Baxter at Chapel Ruins
A photograph of David Baxter with an unidentified man [see Tombs in a 19th Century Cemetery] in front of the ruins of a small chapel. The chapel is located just inland from Praia de Cabral, a beach just a couple miles from Sal Rei.
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 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.
Praia de Cabral
A desolate area inland from Praia de Cabral. Nearby are the ruins of a small chapel.
Rocky Area Behind Praia de Cabral
A desolate area behind Praia de Cabral with ruins and a small chapel.
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.
Goats at Praia de Cabral
Goats roam a rocky, desolate area just inland from Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach'), 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.
Tombs in a 19th Century Cemetery
Nineteenth century tombs in a cemetery near Praia de Cabral. The graves belong to the Ben'Oliel family and the daughter of Charles Pettingall, an English diplomat.
Cemetery near Praia de Cabral
A Jewish cemetery with the graves of the Ben'Oliel family and the daughter of Charles Pettingall, Julia Maria Pettingall. It is located near Praia de Cabral. Pettingall was an English diplomat who, along with his family fled Boa Vista during a yellow…
Distant View of Praia de Cabral and Cove
A rocky view of Praia de Cabral, a beach located about two miles from Sal Rei. In the distance people can be seen enjoying the white sands of this beach, which features a cove created by a natural rock wall.
People at Praia de Cabral
Boa Vista is a large, relatively flat island of dunes and oases. Its rocky and shallow coastline has been cruel to sailors and has caused many shipwrecks. This photograph of Praia de Crabral, a beach located about two miles from the town Sal Rei,…
Cove at Praia de Cabral
A view of a cove at Praia de Cabral, a beach located about two miles from Sal Rei. A natural rock wall creates a a small, natural cove.
Praia de Cabral (2 of 5)
A small cove at Praia de Cabral, a beach located about two miles from Sal Rei, Boa Vista. The island of Boa Vista has 55 km of beaches and a flat island of dunes and oases, sparsely populated and with few natural resources.
Praia de Cabral (1 of 5)
This photo shows the rocky, yet stunning shoreline of Praia de Cabral. Waves crash up against a natural rock wall in the distance. Cabral Beach has become one of Boa Vista's most popular beaches and tourist attractions. The beach is home to a hotel…
Portrait of David Baxter and Two Fishermen
David Baxter poses with fishermen along the coast of Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach").
Men with Boat on Cabral Beach
Cabral Beach has become one of Boa Vista's most popular beaches and tourist attractions. The beach is home to a hotel as well as a small Jewish cemetery. Additionally, Praia de Cabral has been the site of an annual music festival, which features Cape…
Praia de Cabral Coastline
The striking waters of Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach") are clearly visible here. Cabral Beach is one of Boa Vista's most popular beaches and tourist attractions. The beach is home to a hotel as well as a small Jewish cemetery. Additionally, Praia de…
Small Inlet on Boa Vista Coastline
Pictured is a very small inlet showing the beauty and ferocity of the ocean currents.
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.
Coastline of Praia de Cabral
This photo shows several worn down and abandoned structures along the beach of Praia de Cabral.
Praia de Cabral
Praia de Cabral is a beautiful beach located just a short walking distance from the city of Sal Rei. The beach attracts many tourists each year and is continuously growing in popularity. In 2011, the city approved a new resort to be built on the…
Portrait of Five Unidentified Children
A small group of five unidentified children pose for a photo along the short trip from Sal Rei to Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach"). The beach is located a mere 1 to 2 miles away from the city.
Goat Herding along the coast of Praia de Cabral
A large group of goats are being herded along the coast of Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach").
Looking from Sal Rei to Praia de Cabral (2 of 2)
This photo was taken walking from Sal Rei to Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach"). This beautiful beach is located just 1 to 2 miles from the city and is a popular tourist attraction.
In the right of this photo there appears to be a sporting net and…
In the right of this photo there appears to be a sporting net and…
Looking from Sal Rei to Praia de Cabral (1 of 2)
This photo was taken walking from Sal Rei to Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach"). This beautiful beach is located just 1 to 2 miles from the city and is a popular tourist attraction.
Children playing on the coast of Praia de Cabral
This is another view from the coast of Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach") looking towards Sal Rei. A group of children are seen playing in the nearby sand.
Looking Into Sal Rei from Praia de Cabral
This picture was taken from Praia de Cabral ("Cabral Beach"), looking in towards Sal Rei. Located on the northwest coast of Boa Vista, this popular beach is one of the many tourist attractions in Sal Rei. In 2011, the city approved a new resort to be…
Central Praça featuring the Church of Sal Rei
This photo, taken in the main square of Sal Rei features two now remodeled buildings. The building on the left is unidentifiable, however, the building on the right is the Santa Isabel Church of Sal Rei. Since its remodeling, the church now has a…
Central Praça of Sal Rei
This is one angle looking into the central Praça ("Plaza") of Sal Rei. This area is the main portion of the city known for many fun activities such as parades, bandstands, and children's play areas.
Tchucalia, a Well Known Man (2 of 2)
'Tchucalia', proper name unknown to me. A well known figure in Providence, RI who after many years retired to Sal Rei, the place of his birth, to enjoy his last years. This slide was taken approximately 2-3 years before his death. Every day he sat in…
Tchucalia, a Well Known Man (1 of 2)
'Tchucalia', proper name unknown to me. A well known figure in Providence, RI who after many years retired to Sal Rei, the place of his birth, to enjoy his last years. This slide was taken approximately 2-3 years before his death. Every day he sat in…
Stone Building in Sal Rei
Sal Rei is the largest community in all of Boa Vista.
Inner Section of Sal Rei
Sal Rei is the largest settlement in Boa Vista. Its streets are arranged in a gridded pattern.
Children Playing Along the Shores of Sal Rei
Several unidentified children are playing in the water and on one of the beaches that surround Sal Rei. The shoreline is covered with beached boats and vessels leaving little sand exposed.
Boats Pulled Ashore
This photo shows several boats pulled ashore, almost to the street line.
Cobblestone Streets of Sal Rei (2 of 2)
The city of Sal Rei is described as being "quietly busy" by Irwin and Wilson. As depicted in this picture, the city looks rather barren and plain. The streets, covered by sand and scree debris, are aligned in a grid pattern. City planners of Sal Rei…
Cobblestone Streets of Sal Rei (1 of 2)
The city of Sal Rei is described as being "quietly busy" by Irwin and Wilson. As depicted in this picture, the city looks rather barren and plain. The streets, covered by sand and scree debris, are aligned in a grid pattern. City planners of Sal Rei…
Sunset at Sal Rei
Here is the sunset looking out from Sal Rei with silhouettes of buildings and ships visible in the distance.
Dock with Unidentified People
This picture was taken along the coast of Sal Rei looking towards a dock filled with a small crowd of people. It is possible that the boat on the opposite side of the dock has returned from a fishing venture and people have gathered to help unload…
Looking out from the Shoreline
Sal Rei is covered with a large number of bays and beaches. This photograph was taken from the shoreline looking out towards the sea. In the distance there are buildings of the city as well as docked and anchored boats for the purpose of commercial…
Beach near unidentified colonial buildings along a seawall in Sal Rei, Boa Vista.
Sal Rei is the capital of Boa Vista, home to nearly half of the island's inhabitants. View is of footprints on a beach, near unidentified colonial buildings along a seawall. What may be the wreck of an old submarine or ship is visible to the right of…
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.
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.
São Vicente: Aerial View
An aerial view of São Vicente.