Morrinho de Açúcar
Morrinho de Açúcar (Portuguese meaning "sugar hill") is a small hill in the northern part of the island of Sal in Cape Verde. It is situated 1 km from the north coast and 8 km north of the island capital Espargos. It is a remnant of a volcanic phonolitic chimney, surrounded by a vast plain. It is protected as a natural monument.[2]
| Morrinho de Açúcar | |
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 Morrinho de Açúcar | |
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| Elevation | 40 m (130 ft) [1] |
| Listing | List of mountains in Cape Verde |
| Coordinates | 16°49′44″N 22°57′18″W [1] |
| Geography | |
  northern Sal | |
References
- (in Portuguese) Cabo Verde Visor
- Monumentos Naturais, Áreas protegidas Cabo Verde
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