Maio Postal Codes: 6110

Key Facts

Maio is an island municipality within the Republic of Cabo Verde, forming one of the country's 22 administrative divisions. It is situated in the Sotavento (leeward) group of islands, located approximately 25 kilometers east of the island of Santiago, the nation's largest and most populous island. Geographically, Maio is positioned in the central part of the Cabo Verde archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. The island covers an area of roughly 269 square kilometers, making it one of the larger islands in the nation, and it has a population of approximately 7,000 residents. The municipality is divided into a single administrative unit, the parish of Nossa Senhora da Luz, with its main town and capital being Vila do Maio, also known as Porto Inglês. The island is characterized by its relatively flat terrain, extensive salt flats, and long, sandy beaches, contrasting with the more mountainous volcanic profiles of other islands in the archipelago. Historically, its salt production was economically significant. For detailed postal code information and further subdivision data for localities within Maio municipality, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate navigation and administrative processes across the island.