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          CAPE VERDE
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Care Verde, one of the world's
smallest nations, is situated
in the Atlantic Ocean, about
640km northwest of Senegal. It
consists of ten islands and
five islets. Over 50% of the
population live on the island
of Sao Tiago on which is
situated Praia, the capital.
Rainfall is sparse, and the
islands suffer from periods of
severe drought. Agriculture is
mostly confined to irrigated
inland valleys. Fishing for
tuna and lobsters is an
important industry, but in
general the economy is shaky,
and Cape Verde relies heavily
on foreign aid.

Area (Sq. Km.): 4,532

Population: 378,000

Capital: Praia

Language:
Portuguese

Religion:
Roman Catholic 80%

Government Type:
Republic

Currency: Cape Verde escudo

Embassy:
44 Konninginnegracht
2514 AD
The Hague
Netherlands
+31-70-469623

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129