Flying into São Filipe, Fogo appears on the horizon, looming and dramatic. Even cloaked in a sea of clouds, the peak shows through. On a clear day, it is possible to see the aftermath of years of volcanic activity ripping scars of varying shades of black that pour down the steep landscape. Flying around the [...]

Those who have heard of Cape Verde often know it for its music, which is internationally acclaimed for its richness, meaning, joy, anguish, and haunting beauty. The most recognized of the varying Cape Verdean genres of music is morna, a type of folk music that is sung in the local dialect of Kriolu, accompanied by [...]

On June 26, 2009, Cidade Velha (the old city), originally Ribeira Grande, was granted status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  This title was granted for the city’s role as the first European established city in the tropics.  During the height of its reign as capital, Cidade Velha played an integral role in the transatlantic [...]