Your First-hand Travel Book São Vicente Mindelo - Capital of Culture . Experience the bohemian nightlife and live music in one of the old cafés at Rua Lisboa or Laginha . Absorb the city life in the cobbled streets of Mindelo and visit its lively fish and fruit markets . Hike to the iconic Monte Cara or enjoy its incredible colours by sunset from the Marina . Take a day to savour the lovely beach of São Pedro and feel the speed of windsurfing on its bay . Spend a day on the beach at Palha Carga, the most beautiful deserted beach on the island . Climb to the well-preserved crater of the Viana volcano to absorb the place's amazing views . Swim at the natural swimming pool of Calhau, and enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants in the fishing village that sits below two volcanoes In this book... . 11 Highlights for your active travel vacation . 109 Photos that will spark your wanderlust . 128 Pages of travel experiences and encounters