Espinho Branco
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CountryCape Verde
ID76107
Espinho Branco | |
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Settlement | |
  Espinho Branco | |
| Coordinates: 15°13′23″N 23°37′23″W / 15.223°N 23.623°W | |
| Country | Cape Verde |
| Island | Santiago |
| Municipality | São Miguel |
| Civil parish | São Miguel Arcanjo |
| Population (2010)[1] | |
• Total | 869 |
| ID | 76107 |
Espinho Branco is a village in the northern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. In 2010 its population was 869. It is situated near the coast, 5 km northwest of Calheta de São Miguel. Espinho Branco is known for its community of Rabelados, a group of people who opposed reforms of the Catholic church and maintain a traditional way of life.[2]