Santiago
Overview
The most populated island of the archipelago, Santiago, is a
bustling island, with most of the activity centred around the
capital city of Praia.
There is a strong, African-influenced culture here, and plenty
to see and do.
The island is already well connected, both domestically and
internationally, offering flights to and from a large number of
destinations.
There are several exciting developments happening on the island,
and there has been much foreign investment in infrastructure and
tourism, making it a secure investment option.
The name Santiago comes from the
Portuguese Sao Tiago, or Saint James,.
Santiago was the first island to be settled on, and has the largest population
of all the islands.
Santiago is also home to PRAIA, the bustling capital of Cape Verde.
It is very likely that Santiago will become a popular tourist hub for European
holidaymakers, seeking the island's unspoilt beaches and mountainous landscape.
The green interior of the island is quite green and mountainous, and is great
for hiking or road trips. The countryside is dotted with small villages,
offering an insight into daily life on the island.
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