Praia - The Capital of Cape Verde

Population
168,000
Language
Portuguese
Continent
Africa
Since
1975
Eco Ranking
138/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Praia to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Paris44005h 11m
London46005h 25m
Rome46005h 25m
Washington, D.C.58006h 49m
Buenos Aires66007h 46m
Cape Town70008h 14m
Abu Dhabi81009h 32m
Singapore1390016h 21m
Tokyo1410016h 35m
Canberra1760020h 42m

Capitals with similar population to Praia

CityPopulation
Podgorica187,085
Suva178,065
Praia168,000
Port Louis149,194
Gitega135,467
Bern133,883
Reykjavik131,136

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Praia

CityEco Rank
Mbabane134
Yaoundé135
Moroni136
Malé137
Praia138
Abuja140
Porto-Novo141

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is characteristic of Praia?

    The city is known for its beaches, music, and relaxed atmosphere.

  • Which markets are popular in Praia?

    The Mercado de Sucupira is the bustling heart of the city.

  • What can you eat in Praia?

    Try cachupa, Cape Verde's national dish.

  • Which music styles are popular?

    Morna and funaná are typical Cape Verdean music styles.

  • What is the climate like in Praia?

    Praia has a warm, dry climate with many hours of sunshine.

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Praia, capital of Cape Verde

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