Sal, Administrative territory in Cape Verde.
The territory encompasses the island of Sal, featuring white sandy beaches along its 30-kilometer coastline and maintaining an elevation of 20 meters above sea level.
The region received its name from extensive salt deposits discovered in Pedra de Lume and Santa Maria, which supported a salt industry until the late 19th century.
The Nossa Senhora das Dores parish serves as the religious and administrative center, connecting residents through communal celebrations and governmental services.
The territory contains Amilcar Cabral International Airport in Espargos, providing air transportation links to international destinations throughout the year.
The territory experiences 350 days of sunshine annually and contains natural salt ponds within an extinct volcanic crater at Pedra de Lume.
Location: Barlavento Islands
Capital city: Espargos
Elevation above the sea: 20 m
Website: http://www.municipiodosal.cv/
Website: http://municipiodosal.cv
GPS coordinates: 16.75417,-22.94583
Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:05
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