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Ponta Preta (Northern Sal)

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Ponta Preta
Headland
Ponta Preta is located in Cape VerdePonta PretaPonta Preta
Coordinates: 16°49′31″N 22°59′06″W / 16.8254°N 22.985°W / 16.8254; -22.985
LocationNorthern Sal, Cape Verde
Offshore water bodiesAtlantic Ocean

Ponta Preta (Portuguese meaning "black tip") is a headland in the northwest of the island of Sal in Cape Verde, known as one of the best kitesurfing and windsurfing locales on the island for experienced surfers due to the strong cross off-shore winds. It is approximately 9 km northwest of the island capital of Espargos. The nearest settlement is Terra Boa, 5 km to the southeast. The headland is approximately 28 meters above sea level.

References

  1. Guide, The Kite and Windsurfing. "Ponta Preta". KITE AND WINDSURFING GUIDE. Retrieved 2022-03-17.
  2. "Kitesurf Cabo Verde | Ponta Preta or Kite Beach in Sal or the island of Boa Vista may be good spots for you". Retrieved 2022-03-17.
  3. "Ponta Preta point, Sal, Cape Verde". cv.geoview.info. Retrieved 2022-03-17.
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