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SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE
São Tomé and Príncipe (often called just São Tomé for short) is a small island nation off the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, located in the Gulf of Guinea, straddling the Equator, west of Gabon. Discovered and claimed by Portugal in the late 15th century, the islands' sugar-based economy gave way to coffee and cocoa in the 19th century -- all grown with plantation slave labor, a form of which lingered into the 20th century. Although independence was achieved in 1975, democratic reforms were not instituted until the late 1980s, and the first free elections were held in 1991.
Regions Of Sao Tome And Principe
São Tomé Island (Ilha de São Tomé) - the larger island (and surrounding islets)
Príncipe Island …
Cities Of Sao Tome And Principe
São Tomé - Capital city and largest city in the country.
Santo António - The capital city of…
Understand Sao Tome And Principe
This small poor island economy has become increasingly dependent on cocoa since independence 34…
How To Get To Sao Tome And Principe
Visas
Visas are NOT issued on arrival. Visitors must have a visa prior to arrival along with…
How They Talk In Sao Tome And Principe
The official language is Portuguese, and due to the comparative lack of English-speaking tourists,…
Money And Shopping In Sao Tome And Principe
São Tomé and Príncipe uses the Dobra, which is a restricted currency (the import and export of…
What To Eat In Sao Tome And Principe
Fish is a staple of the São Toméan diet, often served with breadfruit and mashed, cooked bananas. …
What To Drink In Sao Tome And Principe
Beer is readily available everywhere, though São Toméans are not known as big drinkers. Local…
Where To Sleep In Sao Tome And Principe
A small handful of hotels exist in the capital. Near the town of Santana lies an idyllic bed and…
What To See In Sao Tome And Principe
The Obo national park (http://www.ecofac.org/Ecotourisme/_EN/Obo/Presentation.htm) is a national…
What To Do In Sao Tome And Principe
The waters around Sao Tome are clear and rich with life. Consequently, diving, fishing and boat…
Stay Safe In Sao Tome And Principe
Safety is not an issue in São Tomé and Príncipe, though the roadway traffic is hazardous as in…
Stay Healthy In Sao Tome And Principe
Malaria is extremely common and sometimes lethal, making malaria prophelaxis, bed netting, and…
Communication And Contact In Sao Tome And Principe
In Catalan Language: Sâo Tomé i Príncipe
In German Language: São Tomé und Príncipe
In Esperanto…
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São Tomé
São Tomé is the capital city of São Tomé and Príncipe, located on the the island of São Tomé.
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