Príncipe Autonomous Region
Príncipe Autonomous Region, Autonomous administrative territory in São Tomé and Príncipe.
The Príncipe Autonomous Region encompasses 142 square kilometers of land mass, featuring mountains that reach elevations of 948 meters above sea level.
The region gained autonomous status in 1995, following São Tomé and Príncipe's democratic transition, establishing its first regional government and assembly that same year.
The local population speaks Principense, a distinct creole language derived from Portuguese, reflecting the region's historical connections with colonial Portuguese heritage.
Visitors reach Príncipe through flights or ferry services departing from São Tomé island, with Santo António serving as the main entry point.
The region contains several uninhabited islets, including Ilhéu Bom Bom, Ilhéu Caroço, Tinhosa Grande, and Tinhosa Pequena, surrounding the main island.
Location: São Tomé and Príncipe
Capital city: Santo António
Elevation above the sea: 948 m
GPS coordinates: 1.61667,7.40000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 18:38
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