Maio, Cape Verde
Maio is an island of Cape Verde. It is the easternmost of the Sotavento group. The island forms one municipality. The island’s main town is Porto Inglês.
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 15°13′N 23°10′W / 15.217°N 23.167°WCoordinates: 15°13′N 23°10′W / 15.217°N 23.167°W |
| Area | 274.5 km2 (106.0 sq mi) |
| Length | 24.1 km (15.0 mi) |
| Width | 16.3 km (10.1 mi) |
| Elevation | 436 m (1,430 ft) |
| Country | |
| Demographics | |
| Demonym | Maiense |
| Population | 6980 |
| Density | 25.4/km2 (66/sq mi) |
| Additional information | |
| Official website | www |
The island was discovered in 1460. The tallest mountain on the island (436 m) is near the east coast.[1] It is in a mountain range named Monte Penoso.
Maio, Cape Verde Media
City of Porto Inglês at sunset
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