The archipelago consists of ten islands and five islets, which are divided into windward and leeward groups.
The windward, or Barlavento, group on the north includes Santo Antão, São Vicente, São Nicolau, Santa Luzia, Sal, and Boa Vista
The leeward, or Sotavento, group on the south includes São Tiago, Brava, Fogo, and Maio.
Cape Verde has a total area of approximately 4033 sq km (approximately 1557 sq mi).
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