Fogo

Fogo is a word that signifies "fire." And this term shows the true nature of the island in the Sotavento, which has a population of around 40,000 people: a volcano. Pico de Fogo is a volcanic mountain that rises to 2,829 meters above sea level, dominating the island's scenery as Cape Verde's highest point. Pico is best viewed from the old craters to the west, which creates a semicircle around the peak and constitutes the Caldeira (giant crater) with a circumference of 9 kilometers. The volcano's main crater has a diameter of 500 meters and a depth of 180 meters. It still spews sulfur vapor through hot fumaroles, creating an impressive natural spectacle. Fogo is prone to becoming damp due to its high mountains and the resulting buildup of clouds. As a result, many different sorts of valuable plants thrive on terraced fields. The Festas do So Filipe and horse races are held on May 1st to commemorate Fogo's discovery.

Fogo Island is the highest island in the Cape Verde chain. Pico de (Mount) Fogo, which stands at 2,829 meters (9,281) feet, is to blame. Since 1680, the volcano has erupted regularly, with the most recent eruption being in 2014. Fogo's coffee is excellent because of the rich volcanic soil, so get a cup during a break. The island is also noted for its high-quality wines. Climbing Pico, a six-hour hike from the village of Cha das Calderas, is a popular island pastime. Sao Filipe, the island's major city, is worth visiting on foot.

Location: Portuguese Ilha do Fogo, island of Cabo Verde, in the Atlantic Ocean.