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Pedra De Lume

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Discover Pedra de Lume, Sal's iconic volcanic crater with ancient, vibrant salt pans. Explore its unique geology and rich history of salt production in Cape Verde.

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    A Volcanic Crater on Sal Island Houses a Historic Salt Mine and Brine Lake

    The Pedra de Lume crater, an extinct volcano, contains salt pans where visitors can float effortlessly in highly saline waters, similar to the Dead Sea. Historically, this site was a major source of salt production.