Cape Verde Ribeira Grande de Santiago Cidade Vehla
Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande
UNESCO World Heritage site, first European colonial outpost in the tropics, with a 15th-century fortress and old town ruins in Cape Verde.
- Rua Calhau
- http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1310
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Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Cape Verde, Africa. It was the first permanent European city in the tropics and served as a center for the transatlantic slave trade. Visitors can explore the ruins of the historic city, including the 16th-century Royal Fortress and Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception. The area also offers beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and opportunities to learn about Cape Verdean culture and history.
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