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The peninsula of Cap-Vert (Cabo Verde or Cape Verde, meaning "Cape Green", a name given to it by Portuguese explorers) is the westernmost part of the continent of Africa. It is a rocky promontory extending west from the main sandy areas of Senegal. The capital of Senegal, the large city of Dakar, is located near the southern tip. Cap-Vert has an excellent harbor, facing Gorée Island.