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What to see and what to do at CAP Vert? Cap Vert is proud of its tropical landscapes, where the forests of goyaviers, mango and flowery trees like Mimosa brighten up the three peaks over 1800 m from the archipelago. The same freshness is found in the national botanical garden, populated by a very rare fauna like coctei macroscinched. From the top of its 2829m altitude, the large volcano located on the island of Fogo also deserves the detour for a guaranteed change of scenery. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Verde is a destination privileged by nautical sports enthusiasts. Proposed to diving, its powerful currents of water are the natural habitat of tropical species and profusion corals. From March to May, you will see the humpback whales to give birth in the waters of the archipelago, on the banks of the islands like Boa Vista, Sao Nicolau, Sal, Santa Luzia, or Sao Vincent. Unusual island with its black sandy beaches, Fogo stands in front of the sea to offer a breathtaking view in the distance. A appreciated water spots, Sal and Maio with their fine sand bordering turquoise water resemble a drawing of a large watercolorist. In a more cozy atmosphere, the museums of Cap Vert await travelers for a remarkable return to the past. This is particularly the case of the Praia ethnographic museum located in a 19th century house and housing a rich collection of craft objects. Local culture is also reflected in the merger of African and Portuguese music, like Morma, COLADEIRA and FUNANA. Having conveyed Capeverdian musical art, the famous singer Cesaria Evora is also known worldwide for guaranteeing the country's international notoriety. Capverdian traditions also result in an authentic dance called nature and culture dance. These folk traditions are interpretations of all atypical journeys imagined around the meeting between dance and continents. The Cape Verdean customs are also appreciated during sports activities like the Mindelo horse race, whose festivities and the atmosphere recall the Rio carnival. When to go to Cape Verde? The Cape Verde can be visited all year round, especially during the period of whale observations, especially between March and May. And for good reason, this exceptional destination is bathed in an average temperature between 20 to 25 ° C, typical of the regions dominated by the dry tropical season. All nautical activities are to be practiced in any season, since the days are sunny and the water temperature varies between 21 to 26 ° C. Cape Verde is distinguished by the richness of its terroir. The Cape Verdean flavors are appreciated in particular through the national dish: the hub which is a mixture of meat accompanied by bananas, sweet potatoes, cassava, corn and black beans. As Cape Verde is also rich in seafood, it is the destination to be favored to taste different crustaceans, such as thumbs, Bernic, octopus and lobsters. Frit fritters with tomatoes, onions and tuna are to be consumed without moderation (or almost), just like the famous coffee cultivated on the island of Fogo, known as one of the best in the world.