The island of Santiago, considered the most African of all, offers a multitude of mountains and valleys, routes and rails, and it receives half the population of the country.
Cradle of cape-verdianity, the island offers a unique cultural, gastronomic and scenic wealth, in addition to beautiful beaches.
Craftwork is a reflection of African, European and American influences, and it’s most expressive forms are "batuk", weaving, tapestry, and various works made from clay.
Crafts from the community of Rabelados in Espinho Branco
The Morna, Coladeira, Funaná, Mazurca and Batuque are part of the traditional music of Cape Verde.
It is also here that you can find the memories of other times, in the silence and in the ruins of Cidade Velha or Ribeira Grande de Santiago, the first Portuguese city. It also has beautiful bays. The city was born and developed because of the traffic of blacks, from Africa to American continent.
Do not miss the opportunity to get to know São Domingos valley, Peña d'Antónia (the highest point of the island), and do not miss visiting the Botanical Garden of São Jorge, Rui Vaz, the natural park of serra malagueta, etc.
The village of Ribeira da Barca is a fishing port (now) that was once an important port of supply for the municipality of Santa Catarina de Santiago, with good gastronomy.
Cidade Velha (Old City in english), is the most important historic site in the archipelago and is of international importance. The city became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009.
