São Nicolau, Cape Verde facts for kids
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Native name:
Saniclau
Nickname: Ilha de Chiquinho
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 São Nicolau
Location in Cape Verde
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São Nicolau
Location in Cape Verde
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| Geography | |
| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 16°36′54″N 24°16′16″W / 16.615°N 24.271°W |
| Area | 343 km2 (132 sq mi) |
| Length | 44.5 km (27.65 mi) |
| Width | 22.0 km (13.67 mi) |
| Highest elevation | 1,312 m (4,304 ft) |
| Highest point | Monte Gordo |
| Administration | |
| Concelhos (Municipalities) | Ribeira Brava, Tarrafal de São Nicolau |
| Largest settlement | Ribeira Brava |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 12,424 (2015) |
| Pop. density | 36.2 /km2 (93.8 /sq mi) |
São Nicolau is an island of Cape Verde. It is one of the Barlavento group. In 2015, about 12,400 people lived there. The main towns are Ribeira Brava and Tarrafal de São Nicolau.
The island was discovered in 1461 or 1462 by Diogo Afonso, together with the islands of São Vicente and Santo Antão.
Images for kids
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A cobblestone-paved road with the view of the island's mountain.
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Coast of the island of São Nicolau
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Tarrafal de São Nicolau fishing boat
See also
In Spanish: São Nicolau para niños
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