Cape Verde Facts
There are several fascinating facts about the African archipelago of Cape Verde. Until recently, Cape Verde has been a secret hideaway for a few tourists. To familiarize yourself with the country, here are a few Cape Verde facts:
The official national name of Cape Verde is Repzblica de Cabo Verde or, in English, Republic of Cape Verde. Their national currency is the Cape Verdean escudo.
Casually, Cape Verdeans speak a language known as Crioulo – which is a blend of Portuguese and West African words. However, they are also quite fluent in Portuguese, so you should arm yourself with a basic Portuguese phrasebook before your trip.
The religion in this country is mostly Roman Catholic, although some indigenous local beliefs are still given importance. There are also some Protestants, mostly Church of the Nazarene.
The literature of Cape Verde is one of the richest in Lusitanian Africa. At least 77% of the population is literate, and the people have a sincere appreciation of literature, music, and the arts. To know more about cultural Cape Verde facts, visit the Cape Verde Culture section of our website.
In terms of its people, Cape Verde is clearly a melting pot of both African and European bloodlines. Cape Verde facts from encyclopedias say that the population is 71 % Creole (mulatto), 28% African, and 1% European.
Our website provides you with a complete compendium of Cape Verde facts, so feel free to browse through it if you want to familiarize yourself with the beautiful country that is Cape Verde.