Visit Tarrafal de São Nicolau
Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau is an idyllic Cape Verdean town located on the island of Sao Nicolau. The town boasts dramatic coastal views, a bustling fishing port and a quaint old-world charm.
The main attraction in Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau is the mesmerizing Praia da Fontona. This stunning beach offers crystal clear waters and white sand, making it ideal for swimming and snorkeling. For those seeking more adventure, nearby Monte Gordo offers some of the best windsurfing in Cape Verde.
History buffs will also enjoy visiting Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau's iconic prison landmark dating back to World War II when it was used by the Portuguese government as an internment camp for political prisoners from Europe including Spanish Republicans fleeing from Franco's regime and African Jews escaping Nazi persecution during WWII. It remains open today as a museum that serves as a reminder of this dark period in history and its lasting impact on Cape Verdeans.
The main attraction in Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau is the mesmerizing Praia da Fontona. This stunning beach offers crystal clear waters and white sand, making it ideal for swimming and snorkeling. For those seeking more adventure, nearby Monte Gordo offers some of the best windsurfing in Cape Verde.
History buffs will also enjoy visiting Tarrafal de Sao Nicolau's iconic prison landmark dating back to World War II when it was used by the Portuguese government as an internment camp for political prisoners from Europe including Spanish Republicans fleeing from Franco's regime and African Jews escaping Nazi persecution during WWII. It remains open today as a museum that serves as a reminder of this dark period in history and its lasting impact on Cape Verdeans.
