Prainha, Praia Explained

Prainha
Native Name Lang:pt
Settlement Type:Neighbourhood
Population:309
Population As Of:2010
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:Cape Verde
Subdivision Type1:Island
Subdivision Name1:Santiago Island
Subdivision Type2:City
Subdivision Name2:Praia
Website:www.cmpraia.cv

Prainha is a subdivision of the city of Praia in the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. Its population was 309 at the 2010 census.[1] It is situated on the coast, south of the city centre. Adjacent neighbourhoods are Achada Santo António to the north and Quebra Canela to the west. Several foreign embassies are located in Prainha.

The most notable landmark is Dona Maria Pia Lighthouse, located on Ponta Temerosa, the island's southernmost point.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2010 Census results Santiago. Instituto Nacional de Estatística Cabo Verde. 24 November 2016. Portuguese.