Details About Mindelo

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Nearly 400 miles off the coast of Africa, lies a handful of islands known as Cape Verde. The islands of Cape Verde range from steep and rocky, to flat and sandy. Enjoy harbor-side bars and shops of Mindelo. Although traces of the Portuguese culture are woven throughout, Mindelo's unique atmosphere is all its own.
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Attractions

Palácio do Governador (Governor's Palace) has a beautiful colonial architecture. It was constructed with two floors and is well preserved. It used the building style that is represented from India. Paço do Concelho - where it serves the city hall of the entire island Centro Nacional de Artesanato is an exposition which features qualification from Cape Verdean craftsmen. It also serves prominence in workmanship in paintings, ceramics, fabrics of batique and wooden works. Liceu Ludjero Lima (middle school) also has a beautiful colonial architecture

Currency

The Verdean Escudo (CVE) is the official currency of Cape Verde.

 
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