Central Africa, islands in the Gulf of Guinea, just north of the Equator, west of Gabon.
Portugal discovered and colonized the uninhabited Sao Tome and Principe islands in the late 15th century, setting up a sugar-based economy that gave w ...
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to São Tomé and Príncipe:
9,461.575 km
Terrain:
Volcanic, mountainous.
Natural Resources:
Fish, hydropower.
Industries:
Light construction, textiles, soap, beer, fish processing, timber.
Population: 223,561
Sao Tome, the capital city, has roughly a quarter of the nation's population; Santo Antonio is the largest town on Principe; the northern areas of both islands have the highest population densities.
Area: 964 km2
more than five times the size of Washington, DC
The second-smallest African country (after the Seychelles); the two main islands form part of a chain of extinct volcanoes, and both are mountainous.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| por | Portuguese |
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| STN | São Tomé and Príncipe dobra | Db |
Capital City: São Tomé
Local time: Thursday, December 11 at 3:41 pm (GMT)
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Bordering Countries
São Tomé and Príncipe has no bordering countries.
São Tomé and Príncipe is a member of the United Nations.
Visiting São Tomé and Príncipe
You're in for a treat! São Tomé and Príncipe is a fascinating place to explore, especially from June to September. Here's what you could encounter:
- Beautiful beaches and coastal areas
- Rich cultural heritage and history
- Unique wildlife and nature experiences
- Limited tourist infrastructure
- Health concerns such as malaria
- Remote location with limited access
- 2.5LOW RISK
Travel is relatively safe
- São Toméan cuisine features fish, coconuts, and tropical fruits.
- Popular dishes include Calulu and Fish Stew.
- Freshly caught seafood and local coffee are widely enjoyed.
- Relax on the beaches of Praia Jalé
- Explore Obo National Park
- Visit the historic town of São Tomé
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