Maio, Cape Verde facts for kids
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Native name:
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 Maio
Location in Cape Verde
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| Geography | |
| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 15°13′N 23°10′W / 15.217°N 23.167°W |
| Area | 274.5 km2 (106.0 sq mi) |
| Length | 24.1 km (14.98 mi) |
| Width | 16.3 km (10.13 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 436 m (1,430 ft) |
| Highest point | Monte Penoso |
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| Municipality | Maio |
| Largest settlement | Porto Inglês |
| Demographics | |
| Demonym | Maiense |
| Population | 6980 (2015) |
| Pop. density | 25.4 /km2 (65.8 /sq mi) |
Maio is an island of Cape Verde. It is the easternmost of the Sotavento group. The island forms one municipality. The island’s main town is Porto Inglês.
The island was discovered in 1460. The tallest mountain on the island (436 m) is near the east coast. It is in a mountain range named Monte Penoso.
Images for kids
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City of Porto Inglês at sunset
See also
In Spanish: Isla de Maio para niños
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