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“Paradise is when your mind is in a perfect state,” says Frederick Lenz, and that’s what Cabo Verde offers you — it’s as colourful as happy if you only discover its vibrant energy, natural beauty and great culture. The more you get to know the place, the more fascinating it gets. Explore the Island of Sal through this website, and see if you fall in love with what Sal can offer you.
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Cachupa: The Most Popular Capeverdean Stew (Recipe)
Cachupa is a typical dish of Cape Verde and has two main types: Cachupa Rica (which translates to rich), made with various types of meat, and Cachupa Pobre (which translates to poor) with fish only. The distinction between the types of Cachupa has to do with the fact that Rica contains meat, which makes the dish more expensive, and only accessible to the better off, while the poor – Pobre – version is more accessible to all.
Capeverdean Flag: Official Interview With Its Designer
Below, you will find an exact translation from Portuguese to English of an interview with Pedro Gregório Lopes, the architect and creator of the current Cape Verde flag, conducted by Expresso das Ilhas.Architect Pedro Gregório Lopes won the competition to design Cape...
The Independence Day: Great Celebrations in Cape Verde
When the sun climbs over Sal Island on July 5, Espargos and its surrounding communities stir into quiet celebration. It’s Independence Day — a moment of reflection, pride, and communal warmth marking the 1975 proclamation that set Cape Verde free from nearly five...
Understanding Cape Verde
An essential step towards truly understanding a country’s culture is diving into its history. Events from the past profoundly shape local customs, behaviours, and the community’s character. To see Cabo Verde beyond its image as a sun-soaked tourist paradise, you first need to get familiar with its past — learning Caboverdian history is your starting point. From there, the authentic beauty and richness of local life become genuinely visible. Explore our pages to discover more about genuine Cape Verdean culture, away from tourist clichés.
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