São Nicolau

Also known as São Nicolau Island

island of Cape Verde

Key facts

Location: Atlantic Ocean
Coordinates: 16°36′54″N 24°16′16″W / 16.615°N 24.271°W / 16.615; -24.271
Area: 343 km (132 sq mi)
Length: 44.5 km (27.65 mi)
Width: 22.0 km (13.67 mi)
Highest elevation: 1,312 m (4304 ft)
Highest point: Monte Gordo
Concelhos municipalities: Ribeira Brava , Tarrafal de São Nicolau
Largest settlement: Ribeira Brava
Population: 12,424 (2015)
Pop density: 36.2/km (93.8/sq mi)

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A cobblestone-paved road with the view of the island's mountain. Coast of the island of São Nicolau Tarrafal de São Nicolau fishing boat

São Nicolau (Portuguese for Saint Nicholas) is one of the Barlavento (Windward) islands of Cape Verde. It is located between the islands of Santa Luzia and Sal. Its population is 12,424 (2015), with an area of 343 km (132 sq mi). The main towns are Ribeira Brava and Tarrafal de São Nicolau.