Ribeira da Prata, Santiago

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Ribeira da Prata is a town in the northern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde belonging to the municipality of Tarrafal. In 2010 its population was 1,009. It was mentioned as Rivera de Prata in the 1747 map by Jacques-Nicolas Bellin. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 15°13'44"N, 23°44'42"W

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Ribeira da Prata – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Serra da Malagueta, Ponta Preta Lighthouse, Monte Graciosa, Serra da Malagueta.

5.9 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Serra da Malagueta, Santiago
151 min walk • Serra Malagueta is a mountain range located in the northern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. At 1064 m elevation, it is highest point of northern Santiago.
4.7 miN
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Ponta Preta Lighthouse, Santiago
121 min walk • Farol da Ponta Preta is a lighthouse in the northwesternmost part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. It stands on the headland Ponta Preta, 3 km northwest of the city Tarrafal.
4.9 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Monte Graciosa, Santiago
124 min walk • Monte Graciosa is a mountain in the northern part of the island of Santiago in Cape Verde. It lies 2.5 km north of the town of Tarrafal, overlooking the Baía de Tarrafal. Its elevation is 643 m. Towards the west it ends in the headland of Ponta Preta. It is part of a larger proposed natural park.
5.2 miSE
Park
Serra da Malagueta, Santiago
133 min walk • Serra Malagueta is a settlement in the northwestcentral part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. It is part of the municipality of Santa Catarina. It is situated on the main road between Assomada and Tarrafal, 1 km south of Curral Velho, 3 km north of Fundura and 11 km north of Assomada. In 2010 its population was 572.
3.4 miN
City
Tarrafal
86 min walk • One of the main attractions in Tarrafal is its beautiful beach, which is known for its crystal-clear waters and golden sands. Visitors can relax on the shore, take a refreshing dip in the ocean, or try their hand at water sports such as snorkeling and windsurfing.
5.4 miSE
Village
Fundura, Santiago
138 min walk • Fundura is a village in the northwestern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. It is part of the municipality of Santa Catarina. In 2010 its population was 1,070. It is located about 8 km north of Assomada, on the road to Tarrafal.
2.7 miN
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Estádio de Mangue, Santiago
68 min walk • Estádio de Mangue or Estádio Municipal do Tarrafal is a multi-purpose stadium in the neighborhood of Mangue in Tarrafal, Cape Verde nearly 100 meters north of the communal boundary of Chão Bom and just west of the Assomada-Tarrafal Road. It is currently used mostly for football matches.
5.6 miE
Town
Achada Tenda, Santiago
142 min walk • Achada Tenda is a town in the northern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. In 2010 its population was 1,242. It is situated on the east coast, 10 km southeast of Tarrafal. The small bay Porto Formoso is situated near the town.