MORABEZA, the islands of Cabo Verde
COPYRIGHT: 2001
DIRECTOR: Francisco, MANSO
AUTHORS: Francisco MANSO, François LE BAYON
FORMAT: DV Cam
DIFFUSION : Digital Betacam
DURATION: 52 minutes
TYPE: Documentary
VERSIONS: French, Portuguese
PRODUCTION: Tellesonne, Francisco Manso, Lieurac Productions

The Cabo Verde islands are situated in the South Atlantic, approximately 312 miles from Senegal and about 5 hours flight from any of the principal European capitals. Of the 10 existing islands, 9 are inhabited.They enjoy a dry, tropical climate freshened by a permanent maritime breeze. The average temperature is 25° centigrade and that of the sea varies from 21 to 26° depending on the season.Volcanic by origin, the Cabo Verde archipelago is strongly contrasted and its islands offer much diversity.The high mountains of Santiago, Santo Antao, Sao Nicolau Sao Vicente, Santa Luzia, Fogo et Brava are very different from Maio, Boavista and Sal with their low plains and dunes.All the islands are connected by plane and not one flight exceeds 40 minutes. Thanks to their enjoyable climate, the Cabo Verde Islands are becoming increasingly popular with tourists.