Geography of Cape Verde
- Cape Verde is: an island country of 10 islands and 8 islets
- Population of Cape Verde: 436,821(2008) - 165th most populous country
- Area of Cape Verde: 4,033 square kilometres (1,557 sq mi) - 172nd largest country
- Atlas of Cape Verde
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