Photo Ilha do Sal ( Salt Island ) by Joaquim Simoes

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Ilha do Sal ( Salt Island )

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Sal was discoverd in 1640 and was first known as LLANA or PLANA meaning "flat'. It was given its present nome when a lagoon in a crater of an extinct volcano was discovered and in this place, after the rains, salt was produced. This crater is now known as PEDRA DO LUME.
Practically uninhabited and used only for grazing animals by the neighbouring population of BOA VISTA, it was only when salt was discovered that Sal began to grow in importance and, in fact, salt became its main export right up until the middle of this century.
With a strong contribution from Italy and the recognition that a fueling point for flights to South America was necessary, the International Airport was built in 1939. As a result, quite a large internal migration took place, particularly from S.Nicolau to Sal. This factor made possible the construction of the tourist complexes, which for the last 20 years have been growing, particularly in SANTA MARTA, the region where the old salt pits were. The main attraction of this area are the magnificent beaches and sea and the excellent conditions for practising water sports.

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Sun 11 Feb 2007 19:15

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mircea grumaz #1 Sun 11 Feb 2007 19:26

good atmosphere and tonality; regards

Rosa Maria Fiuza Sciullo Faria #2 Sun 11 Feb 2007 19:59

interesting report
congrats

Berenice Kauffmann Abud - AFIAP #3 Sun 11 Feb 2007 20:00

A beautiful and very interesting composition, my friend!!! I like a lot!!!! Beijos!!!!

ric alexander #4 Sun 11 Feb 2007 20:29

great notes, a great image with so much appeal
congrats

Nada Vujanic #5 Sun 11 Feb 2007 21:23

Thanks for the notes! Interesting place and good idea to include small factory in the photo. Only, there could be more of the sky.
Have a great day smile