Maio, Administrative division in Sotavento Islands, Cape Verde
The municipality of Maio encompasses 274.5 square kilometers of land mass with Porto Inglês serving as its administrative center and capital.
Salt extraction operations commenced in the 17th century, leading to population expansion as English merchants transported salt from Porto Inglês to European markets.
The municipality contains one principal civil parish, Nossa Senhora da Luz, reflecting the strong influence of Portuguese colonization and Roman Catholic traditions.
Municipal elections occur every four years to select representatives for both the assembly and executive body, known as Câmara Municipal.
The northern region features Terras Salgadas, a salt plain, while the southeastern area contains Lagoa Cimidor, a natural lagoon formation.
Location: Sotavento Islands
Capital city: Porto Inglês
Elevation above the sea: 82 m
Website: http://gov.cv/cmmaio
GPS coordinates: 15.14000,-23.22000
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:33
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