Sal Information
Originally named “Llana” meaning flat when it was discovered in 1640, it was given its current name when a lagoon in a crater of a now extinct volcano was discovered to produce salt after the rains. Sal is flat and relatively small with only two major settlements, the capitol of the island Espargos and the tourist resort of Santa Maria.
An International Airport was built here in 1939, making Sal the gateway to the Cape Verde archipelago and the island prides itself on providing high quality tourism, which, in turn has attracted large numbers of migrants from the nearby islands, nearly doubling the population during the last decade.
Santa Maria
The main tourist resort on the island of Sal, Santa Maria has been growing over the last 20 specifically to accommodate the tourist. There are many things to visit in this town. The salt pits of Santa Maria, although no longer in use, lie about 1km from the town and are well worth a visit.
Santa Maria also has some splendid beaches and all the facilities necessary for the practice of sea sports, even providing lessons for beginners if required. There is a choice of fishing, windsurfing, scuba diving, game rooms, minigolf, volleyball, basketball and tennis courts.
Pedra Do Lume
This is the name given to long extinct crater where the salt of the island was found. The crater itself is at sea level and even though the sea is about 1km away the water manages to find a way in. You enter the crater by means of an artificial tunnel that was built in 1804.
Palmeira
A port town built to receive cargo ships, Palmeira is an interesting place to visit. You can take a tour of the salt purifying stations can and anyone who likes lobster will love a visit to the lobster farms where you can purchase a lobster at very reasonable prices.
Buracona
This is a stunning natural swimming pool which fills and empties according to the tides.
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