Voices and volcanic mountains characterise this, the most
sophisticated island of the Cape Verde archipelago. It is the home
of well-known singer, Cesario Evaron, renowned as the 'barefoot
diva'. The vibrant port city, Mindelo, is also famed for its annual
Brazilian-style carnival and its year-round lively nightlife. The
island boasts beautiful beaches, too, particularly the Baia das
Gatas lagoon that has been formed by volcanic activity, and the
long, sandy stretch of Sao Pedro beach, sought out by
windsurfers.
