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Bolama
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Built on the small eponymous island, the city was the capital of Portuguese Guinea for over half a century. This has left it with a certain colonial architectural heritage, though not necessarily in good condition. There are a few beaches nearby.
Overview of Bolama
Built on the small eponymous island belonging to the Bijagos, the city was the capital of Portuguese Guinea for over half a century. This has left it with a certain colonial architectural heritage, though not necessarily in good condition. There are a few beaches nearby.
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- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Local time: .
- Population: 10,014 inhabitants (2011).
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- Altitude: sea level.
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