Cabo Verde is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Africa.

How large and how populated is Cabo Verde?

Cabo Verde covers approximately 4,033 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 491,233, recorded for 2,021. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

Which countries or regions are associated with Cabo Verde?

Cabo Verde is associated with the following country or countries: Cabo Verde. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Santo Antão. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Cabo Verde?

The official name of Cabo Verde is Republic of Cabo Verde, and its native name is República de Cabo Verde. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Cabo Verde?

Cabo Verde is associated with the following language codes: pt, kea, and with the time zone Atlantic/Cape_Verde. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Cabo Verde?

Cabo Verde is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Cabo Verde defined as an island location?

Yes. Cabo Verde is classified as an island location. Island geography often gives a place a more distinct environmental and spatial profile, which can also influence how protected areas are distributed and understood.

Is Cabo Verde considered mountainous?

Yes. Cabo Verde is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for Cabo Verde?

For Cabo Verde, the capital is Praia, the largest city is Praia, and the associated currency code is CVE. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Cabo Verde in geographic datasets?

Cabo Verde is identified by the ISO code CV and the country code CV. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Cabo Verde?

Cabo Verde is associated with the following region or regions: Santo Antão. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Cabo Verde National Parks, Protected Areas, and Geographic Atlas Exploration

Discover the nation of Cabo Verde through its structured protected areas and national parks. This atlas provides a geographic lens to explore the distribution of conservation lands across the volcanic islands, from active volcanic terrain to endemic species habitats. Understand the unique island geography and navigate the natural landscapes of this Atlantic archipelago with detailed map context.

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Explore the geographic distribution of Cabo Verde's protected landscapes and mapped conservation areas across its unique volcanic islands.

Discover National Parks and Protected Areas in Cabo Verde, the West African Volcanic Archipelago

Explore the national parks and protected areas mapped throughout Cabo Verde, an island nation formed by ten volcanic islands in the central Atlantic Ocean. This country view provides a vital atlas entry point to trace the geographic distribution of its conservation landscapes and facilitate deeper park discovery across the archipelago.

Cabo Verde is an island nation in the central Atlantic Ocean consisting of ten volcanic islands located 600–850 km west of the West African coast. Formerly a Portuguese colony, it gained independence in 1975 and has become one of Africa's most stable democracies. The population is approximately 491,000, with Praia as the capital and largest city.

Cabo Verde, also known as Cape Verde, is an island country in the central Atlantic Ocean. The archipelago comprises ten volcanic islands situated between 600 and 850 kilometres west of the Cap-Vert peninsula on the West African coast. The country was uninhabited until Portuguese explorers settled in the 15th century and gained independence in 1975. Today it is a stable representative democracy and member of the African Union, with a service-oriented economy increasingly focused on tourism.

Largest city:Praia

Currency code:CVE

ISO code:CV

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Capital

Praia

Area

4,033 km²

Population

491,233 (2,021)

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

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Discover National Parks and Protected Areas in Cabo Verde: An Atlas of Volcanic Island Landscapes

Explore the national parks and diverse protected areas across Cabo Verde's volcanic archipelago, featuring critical island conservation sites and distinct Atlantic ecosystems. This geographic view enables users to trace the regional spread of protected landscapes, compare park details, and plan deeper discovery within Cabo Verde's unique natural environment.

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Fogo Natural Park Protected Area: Mapped Volcanic Terrain and Endemic Landscapes of Cabo Verde

Explore the unique geography of an active volcano and its island conservation context.

Fogo Natural Park offers a focused study of volcanic terrain and island protected-area dynamics within Cabo Verde. The park centers on Pico do Fogo, an active stratovolcano, showcasing dramatic caldera features and unique endemic plant life found nowhere else. Understanding Fogo Natural Park through its mapped boundaries and distinct geological context is key to appreciating the island's natural heritage and conservation significance.

Area: 84.69 km²
Established: 2003
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

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Cova-Paul-Ribeira da Torre Natural Park: Protected Area Atlas View and Geographic Context

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Delve into Cova-Paul-Ribeira da Torre Natural Park, a crucial protected area situated on Santo Antão, Cape Verde. This atlas-focused entry provides essential details about its geographic boundaries and its role as a mapped natural landscape, facilitating a structured understanding of its protected status and regional importance.

Area: 20.92 km²
Relief: Mountain
Scope: Terrestrial
Water: Minor water

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Fogo National Park Protected Area: Cabo Verde Regional Landscape Atlas

Explore the unique volcanic terrain and mapped protected boundaries.

Fogo National Park represents a significant protected area within the island nation of Cabo Verde. This entry provides detailed atlas-level insight into its geographic setting, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its role within the archipelago's distinctive volcanic landscapes. Understanding Fogo National Park offers a valuable perspective on conservation geography and the mapping of natural terrain across this Atlantic island group.

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Cabo Verde geography and landscape

Cabo Verde is an archipelagic nation in the central Atlantic Ocean, lying between 600 and 850 kilometres west of Cap-Vert, the westernmost point of continental Africa. The country consists of ten volcanic islands with a combined land area of approximately 4,033 km². It forms part of the Macaronesia ecoregion, along with the Azores, Canary Islands, Madeira and the Savage Isles.

Cabo Verde nature and environment

The islands are volcanic in origin, with terrain varying from mountainous peaks to valleys and coastal areas. The archipelago forms part of the Macaronesia ecoregion, which includes several Atlantic island groups with distinctive ecological characteristics.

Cabo Verde climate and seasonal conditions

The climate is tropical with low rainfall, typical of desert island environments in the Atlantic.

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Continue Exploring Cabo Verde's Protected Area Designations and Landscape Geography

Deepen your atlas exploration of Cabo Verde by continuing into the detailed geography and landscape context of its represented protected area designations. Understanding these classifications provides a structured pathway to discovering more about the nation's volcanic islands and their unique natural features, moving beyond a simple list to a classification-driven discovery experience.

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