After a period of transitional government, Sao Tome and Principe achieved independence on July 12, 1975.

São Tomé and Príncipe, an African island nation close to the equator, is part of a volcano chain featuring striking rock and coral formations, rainforests and beaches.

On the larger island, São Tomé, is the Lagoa Azul lagoon.

Population: 236 381

Official language: Portuguese

Currency: São Tomé and Príncipe dobra

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