Praia
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Praia serves as the capital and largest city of Cape Verde, situated on Santiago Island. Originally a small settlement mentioned around 1615, it grew due to its strategic harbor and protection from pirates. It became the capital in 1770, surpassing the older city of Ribeira Grande.
Statistics
Area
102.60 km²
Population
159,050