Record SL-835016 · Wikidata Q3321728
Monte Cara
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Elevation
490
m
1,608 ft
Prominence
247 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
16.8741° N,
25.0373° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaMonte Cara is a mountain in western part of the island of São Vicente, Cape Verde. Its elevation is 490 m. It resembles a human face looking at the sky, hence its name, which means "face mountain" in Portuguese. It is a landmark of the city of Mindelo, from which it can be seen across Porto Grande Bay. The album Voz d'Amor (2003) by Cesária Évora contains the song Monte Cara.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabeça de Gato | 488 m | SW 209° | 1.1 km |
| Monte Carrachiça | 571 m | SW 228° | 3.2 km |
| Tope Vermelho | 395 m | SW 236° | 3.7 km |