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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 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…
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 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.
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.…
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…
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.
Farm with Goats and Cows on Journey across Boa Vista
A farm with goats and cows is seen on a journey across the arid interior of Boa Vista on the way to Praia Curralhino. Despite extreme drought conditions, there is a presence of goats, donkeys and bovines. Historically, Boa Vista was well known for…
Farmer with Dogs and Donkey on Journey across Boa Vista to Praia Curralhino
A farmer with his dogs and a donkey as seen on a journey across the interior of Boa Vista on the way to Praia Curralhino. A cow's horns are visible behind the donkey. Despite extreme drought conditions, there is a presence of goats, donkeys and the…
Cow, Donkey and Dog on Farm on Journey across Boa Vista
A cow, donkey and dog are seen on a farm where Baxter stopped on a journey across the arid interior of Boa Vista on the way to Praia Curralhino. Despite extreme drought conditions, there is a presence of goats, donkeys and the occasional bovine.…
Dried Fish
Men display a large, unidentified dried fish.
Men with Large Dried Fish
A man holding a child looks on as two other men display a large, unidentified dried fish.
View of the Village of João Galego
Homes, built mostly of stone and concrete, are situated along a street in the village of Jo
Homes of João Galego
The village of Jo
Parish of João Galego
This photo shows just how desolate and barren the town of João Galego is. Resting in the dry desert climate where there is little to no rain, the town is considered one of the island's poorest. What appears to be the parish of João Galego is featured…
Village of João Galego
The village of João Galego lies in the desert, mountainous region on the island of Boa Vista. Even though there is little annual precipitation, the village manages a handful of farmlands that provide it with some food products. However, since the…
Praia Santa Monica (1 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 (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…
The Barros Family
The Barros family from New Bedford, Massachusetts poses for a photo in Rabil during their visit to the Cape Verde Islands.
Portrait of Jeronimo (Jerry) Barros
Jeronimo Barros of New Bedford, Massachusetts poses for a photograph during his visit to Rabil on the island of Boa Vista.
Boa Vista "Despedida" (Farewell Party) (1 of 5)
Pictured is a gathering in Cape Verde known as a "despedida" or farewell party. This particular one, on the island of Boa Vista, is held for those individuals leaving the island. Some local musicians are seen in the background, probably getting ready…
Boa Vista "Despedida" (Farewell Party) (2 of 5)
Pictured is a gathering in Cape Verde known as a "despedida" or farewell party. This particular one, on the island of Boa Vista, is held for those individuals leaving the island. A small circle of local musicians have gathered and are playing music…
Boa Vista "Despedida" (Farewell Party) (3 of 5)
Pictured is a gathering in Cape Verde known as a "despedida" or farewell party. This particular one, on the island of Boa Vista, is held for those individuals leaving the island.
Boa Vista is a well known source of fine Cape Verdean musicians. Two…
Boa Vista is a well known source of fine Cape Verdean musicians. Two…
Boa Vista "Despedida" (Farewell Party) (4 of 5)
Pictured is a gathering in Cape Verde known as a "despedida" or farewell party. This particular one, on the island of Boa Vista, is held for those individuals leaving the island.
One guitarist and one violinist perform for guests. Boa Vista is a…
One guitarist and one violinist perform for guests. Boa Vista is a…
Boa Vista "Despedida" (Farewell Party) (5 of 5)
Pictured is a gathering in Cape Verde known as a "despedida" or farewell party. This particular one, on the island of Boa Vista, is held for those individuals leaving the island. A small circle of local musicians are playing music to entertain guests…
Aerial of Mindelo, São Vicente
This aerial was taken off of the coast of Mindelo on the Cape Verdean island of S
View of Port and City Center in Mindelo, São Vicente
The Porto Grande in Mindelo, S
Desalination Plant near Mindelo, São Vicente
View of the Desalination Plant and surrounding areas on the outskirts of Mindelo, S
Aerial View of Point near Salamansa, São Vicente
Point near the town of Salamansa, S
Aerial View of Coastal Hills on São Vicente
A view of coastal hills on S
Small Coastal Town on São Vicente
An unidentified small town, nestled in the coastal hills of S
Aerial view of Baia das Gatas, São Vicente
An aerial view of Baia das Gatas on S
Seascape with Sal Rei
Sal Rei, the main settlement on the island Boavista, is seen on the horizon in this seascape photographed by David Baxter in 1988.
Looking to Sal Rei
This photo was taken on the waters of the North Atlantic Ocean looking into the coastline of Sal Rei. A small sailboat with three passengers are seen to the right.
Off the Shore of Sal Rei
Taken on the North Atlantic Ocean, this photo includes a small sailboat in the distance and some rocky mountains of Sal Rei in the distance.
Port of Sal Rei
A seascape view of Sal Rei including a small dock that extends into the Atlantic Ocean. A team of dock workers can be seen unloading cargo from a small craft at the dock.
Coastline of Sal Rei
This photo was take off shore from Sal Rei, the principal city on Boavista. Homes can be seen lining the beach as well as beached vessels.
Group of Unidentified Children on the Port of Sal Rei
A group of six unidentified children wave off from the end of the Port of Sal Rei. Other locals hang around, possibly to help the boats that are either coming and going.
On the Port of Sal Rei
Taken from the Port of Sal Rei, this photo shows, including an unidentified dockworker with a hardhat and a docked vessel to the right.
Docks at Port of Sal Rei
A view from the Port of Sal Rei. In the foreground two boys look out onto the Atlantic Ocean which is dotted with small fishing vessels. On the horizon a larger commercial ship can be seen.
Small Vessel Loaded With Cargo
A small vessel, the Independencia, filled with cable wire, is docked at the Port of Sal rei.
Unloading Cargo (1 of 6)
Dockworkers in hard hats unload cable wires from a small boat at the Port of Sal Rei.
Unloading Cargo (2 of 6)
A group of dock workers unloads steel cables from a small vessel at the Port of Sal Rei.
Unloading Cargo (3 of 6)
Dockworkers straining to unload steel cable wire from a small vessel at the Port of Sal Rei.
Unloading Cargo (4 of 6)
The first step in unloading a cargo of steel cable wires being pulled ashore. Dockworkers have tied several thick twisted ropes to the bundle in order to help with the lifting process.
Unloading Cargo (5 of 6)
Dockworkers straining to unload steel cable wire from a small vessel at the Port of Sal Rei.
Unloading Cargo (6 of 6)
Dockworkers unload steel cable at Port of Sal Rei.