Santo António
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For other uses, see Santo António (disambiguation).
Santo António (Portuguese for Saint Anthony), also known as Santo António do Príncipe, is the main settlement of the island of Príncipe in São Tomé and Príncipe. It lies on the north east coast. It is the capital of the Autonomous Region of Príncipe. Its population is 2,620 (2012), about 35% of the island's population.[1] The town is known for its colonial architecture and for its churches: Church of Our Lady of the Conception and Church of Our Lady of the Rosary.[2] The town is also known for the Auto das Floripes play, which is performed by the citizens.[3]
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Santo António | |
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Coordinates: 1°38′12″N 7°25′04″E | |
Country | São Tomé and Príncipe |
Autonomous Region | Príncipe |
Population (2012) | |
• Total | 2,620 |
Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
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