CAPE VERDE
Cape Verde is an island nation on an archipelago of volcanic origin in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwestern coast of Africa and shares maritime borders with Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritania, and Senegal. Cape Verde is divided into two island groups: the Barlavento (windward) islands with the islands of Santo Antão, São Vicente, Santa Luzia, São Nicolau, Sal, and Boa Vista and the Sotavento (leeward) islands with the islands of Maio, Santiago, Fogo, and Brava. The city of Praia is the capital and largest city and the country's official language is Portuguese . Cape Verde is famous for its warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, intriguing colonial heritage, wonderful musicians, sports and delicious cuisine.