Fortinho

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Fortinho
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Fortim d'El-Rei
Coordinates: 16°53′31″N24°59′28″W / 16.892°N 24.991°W / 16.892; -24.991 Coordinates: 16°53′31″N24°59′28″W / 16.892°N 24.991°W / 16.892; -24.991
Country Cape Verde
Island São Vicente Island
City Mindelo
Population (2010) 92
Website www.cmsv.cv

Fortinho or Fortinho/Escola Técnica is a subdivision of the city of Mindelo in the island of São Vicente, Cape Verde. Its population was 92 at the 2010 census. [1] It is situated northwest of the city centre and south of Matiota. It takes its name from the fortress Fortim d'El-Rei.

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