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Leitão Stream Basin
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Leitão Stream Basin

Stream 15.0700° N, 23.6300° W
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What makes this place unique

About

Located in the rural areas of São Salvador do Mundo, the Leitão stream is another valley with seasonal flow.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Waters

The Leitão Stream Basin lies at the bottom of slopes divided by deep erosion crevices. It has infiltration areas that feed the groundwater level in the region. For location information of the basin, you can check the Harita section.

The valley bed reveals the typical interior stream morphology of Cabo Verde island.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type
Stream
Coordinates
15.0700° N, 23.6300° W
Tip
Respect local safety rules around water and seasonal access.

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Pico de António Geographical Area Mountain

Pico de António Geographical Area

Rising within the borders of São Salvador do Mundo , this mountainous area showcases the characteristic volcanic topography of Cabo Verde .
Jalalo Ramos Hills Mountain

Jalalo Ramos Hills

Located in the rural areas of São Salvador do Mundo , Jalalo Ramos is a significant elevation reflecting the rugged interior topography of the region.

Lakes

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Faveta Reservoir Lake Lakes

Faveta Reservoir Lake

Built for water collection purposes within the borders of São Salvador do Mundo , this artificial lake is the most important water reservoir.

Plateau

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Achada Igreja Plateau Plateau

Achada Igreja Plateau

This flat plateau area, upon which the center of São Salvador do Mundo is built, is of vital importance for agricultural activities.

Forest

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Picos Arid Forest Area Forest

Picos Arid Forest Area

Protected by afforestation projects on the hills of São Salvador do Mundo , this arid forest area plays a critical role in preventing erosion.

Canyons

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Faveta Valley Canyon Canyons

Faveta Valley Canyon

Located in the area of São Salvador do Mundo , Faveta is a canyon-like valley formation noted for its steep slopes and deep crevices.

Stream

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Ribeira Seca Basin Stream Bed Stream

Ribeira Seca Basin Stream Bed

This seasonal stream bed passing through the lands of São Salvador do Mundo forms the water drainage system of the region.

Picnic area

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Achada Igreja Cultural Landscape Viewpoint Picnic area

Achada Igreja Cultural Landscape Viewpoint

A recreational viewpoint overlooking the mountainous geography and traditional terraced agricultural fields of the São Salvador do Mundo municipality.

Location on the map

Map

15.0700° N, 23.6300° W