Santa Maria

Santa Maria straddles Sal’s southern Atlantic shoreline in Cape Verde, a position that has made it the island’s principal resort town and a long-standing centre for sea-based life. Broad sandy beaches meet open water on this dry, low-lying island, where trade winds are a defining feature of the climate. The Santa Maria pier, known as the Pontão, is a familiar waterfront landmark and gathering point for fishing boats. Beyond its hotels and restaurants, Sal’s volcanic terrain and historic salt-mining landscape distinguish it from Cape Verde’s greener islands. Find related webcams in the surrounding area to build a fuller picture of Sal.

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