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The north of Madeira Island

The North of Madeira using its miles of both wild and natural shore will provide you with an unforgettable scene using a unique flora and fauna and will help you realize the volcanic sources of that amazing island. The North of the Island is only one hour’s drive from Funchal and also the discovery of that part of Madeira can help you recognize the island, its firm, the creativity and adaptability of its people, their courage and their audacity. Madeira is a rich and extensive destination and we recommend all…

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Places to visit in Madeira – 10 of the most beautiful

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This woefully underrated travel destination forms part of the cluster of Portuguese owned islands located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Volcanic in origin with rugged interiors lined with lush vegetarian and exotic flowers, the tourist masses tend to avoid this subtropical paradise leaving its natural beauty to those in the know. Here is our guest writer’s choice for 10 of the most beautiful places to visit in Madeira… Monte Palace Tropical Garden One of Madeira’s top attractions, the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens are set in the hills high above Funchal. The gardens feature thousands…

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Quinta do Lorde Marina

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Picture yourself sailing the waters of the Atlantic Ocean in search of a refuge in paradise for your boat and a good harbour from which to set out on your discovery of Madeira Island. Opened in November 2002, the Quinta do Lorde Marina is part of the dazzling Quinta do Lorde Resort. You have at your disposal modern support installations in a tranquil and familiar setting where you will feel at home. Its privileged location on the Ponta de São Lourenço peninsula, bathed by crystalline waters, with constant winds and…

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City of Funchal – Monte – A view over the city of Funchal

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Since the nineteenth century until the Second World War, Monte has always been a prime location thanks to its favourable climate. It has several “quintas”, surrounded by tropical gardens, which formerly operated as hotels. A train circulated from Funchal to Monte (Terreiro da Luta being the last stop) between 1893 and 1930. In Largo da Fonte you can still see the proof left by this once popular method of transportation. city of Funchal The suburb of Monte is situated about five hundred meters above Funchal. One of the many option…

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Monte Tropical Garden

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Explore the Wonderful Monte Tropical Garden… Located in Monte, a suburb of Funchal, this scenic garden is home to a rich variety of exotic plants and trees. The Monte Tropical Garden is not the typical garden you would find in Madeira Island, yet, a visit to this garden is surely an unforgettable one.Madeira entrepreneur José Berardo donated Monte Palace in 1988 to the Berardo Foundation and from there began his creative work phase. His dream of a Tropical garden of which he would be able to share with the world…

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The promenades of Funchal – Stroll by the sea

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Relaxing strolls combined with stunning sceneries… The promenades of Funchal have inspired locals and visitors in rediscovering the beauty of Funchal´s waterfront. These promenades paved the way for many new local businesses (restaurants, cafés and bars), attractions, recreational and leisure facilities. What a great way to enjoy what Funchal has to offer by strolling down a clean, relaxing environment full of character. Avenida do Mar The Avenida do Mar promenade runs alongside Funchal´s main avenue “Avenida do Mar”. This picturesque waterfront promenade stretched from the Funchal Marina in west Funchal…

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Downtown Funchal City Tour

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Explore Funchal´s city centre and the best it has to offer with tips from us! Port of Funchal Cruise port located near the city centre Praça do Mar Praça do Mar (public square), inaugurated on October 7th 2011, runs along the Avenida de Sá Carneiro, stretching from the port all the way to the Funchal Marina. This infrastructure has majorly improved Funchal´s downtown core and is not just considered a place of gathering and leisure but as a gate to Funchal´s city centre. Teatro Baltazar Dias A neoclassical theatre built…

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Funchal Municipal Garden

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In the heart of downtown Funchal… The Municipal Garden, also known as the Dona Amélia Garden (named after the late Queen),is located right in the heart of downtown Funchal. Previously a Franciscan Convent, this 8300m2 garden is enchanting with its alluring flowers, native ancient trees and other exotic species of plants and flowers both endemic and from all around the world. All plants and trees are labeled with their species and origins. More info and pictures: https://visitmadeira.com Nestled in the bustling city center of Funchal, the Funchal Municipal Garden…

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Museum Nucleus Machico – Solar do Ribeirinho

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The museum space and collections The Museum Centre of Machico is a cultural institution created by the Municipality of Machico , after recovery of Riverside Property Solar (built in the seventeenth century ) .In this museum you can find , in an interactive way , stories and characters that made the current city of Machico throughout its nearly 600 -year history , divided by four themes on display . In the course of the four thematic visitors can discover and witness many historical objects : a cross of Machin ,…

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Star Observation in Madeira

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The autonomous region of Madeira has been since just a few years ago a local target of several studies in order to assess its potential for stargazing. Star Observation in Madeira Evidence shows that “Encumeada Alta” (1,770 m), located in the municipality of Santana, presents good atmospheric transparency (McInnes, B. (1981), QJRAS, 22, 266 e Smith, F. G. (1981), QJRAS, 22,254) which makes it considered one of the best locations for astronomy in the world. Meanwhile, UMa’s Astronomy Group (GAUMa) studied in detail the location, and the final conclusions point…