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Map of Sao Tome and Principe in the Gulf of Guinea, showing the political boundaries and main cities on both islands. Sao Tome, the larger island, includes cities such as Sao Tome, Neves, Trindade, Santana, and Porto Alegre. Principe, the smaller island to the northeast, shows Santo Antonio and Infante Don Henrique. An inset locator map in the top left highlights the country's position off the west coast of Central Africa. cathedral in São Tomé city, Sao Tome and Principe
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São Tomé

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cathedral in São Tomé city, Sao Tome and Principe
cathedral in São Tomé city, Sao Tome and PrincipeColonial-era Roman Catholic cathedral in São Tomé city, Sao Tome and Principe.

São Tomé, city and capital of Sao Tome and Principe. It is on the northeastern coast of the island of São Tomé, situated on the Equator in the Gulf of Guinea. It is the country’s largest city and one of its major ports. São Tomé is home to the National Museum, the National Archives, and a large medical centre. An international airport is located nearby. Pop. (2001) 49,957.

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