South America has many different attractions for the savvy tourist to explore. Across the continent all manner of experience lies in wait, anticipating the best moment to sneak up on you and hit you with the experience of a lifetime. Which of these great South American destinations would you most like to visit while getting a feeling for the place?
The uninhabited islands were discovered and colonized by the Portuguese in the 15th century; Cape Verde subsequently became a trading center for African slaves and later an important coaling and resupply stop for whaling and transatlantic shipping. Following independence in 1975, and a tentative interest in unification with Guinea-Bissau, a one-party system was established and maintained until multi-party elections were held in 1990. These days the islands are peaceful and great for a visit. Which site on Cape Verde would you most like to visit?
