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Explore Faja in Cape Verde
Faja in the region of Brava is a town in Cape Verde - some 83 mi or ( 133 km ) West of Praia , the country's capital city .
Current time in Faja is now 07:03 AM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Atlantic/Cape Verde " with a UTC offset of -1 hours. Depending on the availability of means of transportation, these more prominent locations might be interesting for you: Vila do Maio, Tarrafal, Sao Domingos, Santa Maria, and Sal Rei. Since you are here already, make sure to check out Vila do Maio . We encountered some video on the web . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Where to go and what to see in Faja ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
Videos
Bravanews Gala 2012 Video Presentation
Small video used during Bravanews Gala 2012, basically showcasing some beautiful pictures of Brava, Cape Verde as well as thanking everyone that has been supporting and helping Bravanews. ..
Brava, Cape Verde (in HD)
Come and see how life is on the small, beautiful island of Brava in the Cape Verde Islands. It's a worthwhile watch even though it is in Portuguese. ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Cova Rodela
Cova Rodela, is a village in the middle of the island of Brava, Cape Verde. The village is sourrounded by mountains and linked by a good road to Vila Nova Sintra, the biggest town of the island, which is about 2 km away to the East. There are good walking paths to the island's tallest mountain Fontainhas. From some places near Cova Rodela there is a beautiful scenic view to Vila Nova Sintra and even to the neighbouring island of Fogo.
Located at 14.87 -24.75 (Lat./Long.); Less than 0 km away
Fajã de Água
Fajã de Agua, is a village on the northwestern coast of the island of Brava, Cape Verde. Fishing and agriculture (maize, beans, bananas and papayas) are the most important sources of income.
Located at 14.87 -24.75 (Lat./Long.); Less than 0 km away
Campo Baixo
Campo Baixo, is a small settlement located in the southwest corner of the island of Brava, Cape Verde. In English, the name of the village means "Low Field". From Nossa Senhora do Monte, a larger village in the middle of Brava, Campo Baixo is accessible by "Aluguer" busses. Campo Baixo is linked to the rest of the island by a good paved road. It is linked to Tantum, the nearest neighbouring village in the South, by a minor road.
Located at 14.84 -24.74 (Lat./Long.); Less than 3 km away
Cova Joana
Cova Joana, is a village in the central part of the island of Brava, Cape Verde.
Located at 14.86 -24.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 3 km away
Nossa Senhora do Monte, Cape Verde
Nossa Senhora do Monte is a village located in the heart of the island of Brava, Cape Verde. It was founded in 1826, and a few years later it became a bishopric. In 1862 Nossa Senhora do Monte became a place of pilgrimage. There are a sightworthy Catholic pilgrimage church and a smaller Adventist Church in the village. Several shops and small bars are to be found in Main Street. Several times a day, Nossa Senhora do Monte can be reached by "Aluguer" bus from Vila Nova de Sintra.
Located at 14.85 -24.72 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
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