Terras Salgadas, Maio
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Terras Salgadas is a vast natural area covering the northwestern part of the island of Maio, Cape Verde. It is part of the protected area Parque Natural do Norte da Ilha do Maio. It is the largest saline ecosystem of the whole archipelago, characterized by imposing sand dunes. The area is rich in endemic species of sea birds, fish and sea turtles. The nearest settlements are Morrinho, Cascabulho and Santo António. As "saline" and "zoutpan" it was mentioned in the 1747 map by Jacques-Nicolas Bellin. ()
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Day trips
Terras Salgadas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Monte Penoso, Calheta, Praia Gonçalo, Ponta Cais.