Cape Verde · Barlavento
São Vicente
Mindelo, culture and the port
Image credit: Illustration générée pour MODRI 238
Overview
An urban and cultural island around Mindelo, historic port and musical capital of the archipelago.
Discover
Mindelo, its bay, its carnival and its music scene; the beaches of São Pedro and Baía das Gatas.
Culture
Birthplace of morna and coladeira, with a very active arts scene all year round.
Economy
Port and transhipment, the maritime economy, industry, services and cultural tourism shape the island's activity.
Transport
Cesária Évora International Airport (VXE), operated by ASA. Porto Grande of Mindelo (ENAPOR), the country's main port, and the ferry to Porto Novo (Santo Antão).
Events
The Mindelo Carnival and the Baía das Gatas Festival are among the major fixtures. Annual programmes are published by the organisers.
Establishments
Hotels, restaurants, activities and businesses on São Vicente
The published listings for this island — with contact details, WhatsApp, phone and directions — are available on the complete French page of the island.
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