Palmeira is a city located in Cabo Verde, an island nation in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of West Africa. The city is situated on the island of Sal, one of the major islands in the Cabo Verde archipelago.
As a settlement on Sal, Palmeira is part of a region known for its arid climate and salt production, activities that have historically been important to the local economy. The island of Sal has served as a significant hub within Cabo Verde, with various settlements distributed across its territory.