Santiago island was first settled and it's still the major island of Cape Verde. Attractions on the island include Praia the laid back capital of the country, Vila velha the oldest settlement of the...

Santiago island was first settled and it's still the major island of Cape Verde. Attractions on the island include Praia the laid back capital of the country, Vila velha the oldest settlement of the country and the beaches of Tarrafal.

The inland is rugged and mountainous and great for hiking.

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