São Tomé
Central Africa, São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe
People from São Tomé are called:
Male/General:
Santomean
Pronunciation:
/ˌsaʊ təˈmeɪ/
Etymology & Origin
Portuguese for 'Saint Thomas', named after the apostle Saint Thomas.
About São Tomé
- Capital of São Tomé and Príncipe on São Tomé Island.
- Smallest African capital by population, located in the Gulf of Guinea.
- Important center for cocoa production and tropical agriculture.
- Beautiful tropical island city with Portuguese colonial heritage.
- Growing eco-tourism destination known for biodiversity and beaches.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 80,000 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Region:
- Central Africa