Santa Catarina, Administrative territory in Santiago Island, Cape Verde
Santa Catarina covers 242 square kilometers of land with mountains, valleys, and agricultural fields across the western part of Santiago Island.
The municipality underwent territorial changes in 1971 when authorities reattached São Salvador do Mundo parish, which later became independent in 2005.
The municipality celebrates Saint Catherine's Day on November 24 with traditional music performances of Funaná and Coladeira throughout Assomada city.
Regular buses connect Santa Catarina's capital Assomada with other major settlements on Santiago Island, facilitating travel for residents and visitors.
The Assomada market stands as Cape Verde's largest agricultural trading center, where farmers from across Santiago Island gather to sell their produce.
Location: Sotavento Islands
Capital city: Assomada
Elevation above the sea: 277 m
Shares border with: Tarrafal, São Miguel, Santa Cruz, São Salvador do Mundo, Ribeira Grande de Santiago
GPS coordinates: 15.09750,-23.66778
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:38
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