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Brava Island

island, Cabo Verde
Also known as: Ilha Brava
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Brava Island, southernmost island of Cape Verde, located in the Atlantic Ocean, about 400 miles (640 km) off the West African coast. It rises to Monte Fontainhas (3,201 feet [976 metres]). The main economic activities are fishing and some agriculture. Vila de Nova Sintra, near the centre of the island, is the chief town. Area 26 square miles (67 square km). Pop. (2005 est.) 6,462.

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