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The capital of Madeira is a large city by Swiss standards and is logically the center of the small island. Funchal’s many highlights include: the cathedral from 1517, the botanical garden, and the Vicentes photography museum. Another special feature is azulejos, painted ceramic tiles, which were introduced to Portugal from Moorish workshops around 1500. There are particularly fine examples at the old farmers’ market, Funchal’s main post office, and Monte’s castle gardens.
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Cabo Girao
Standing on the cliff of Cabo Girão, anyone can look almost exactly 580 meters below. Below, the sea crashes onto the shore, and somewhere in between, at the bottom of the cliff, farmers are even cultivating a few fields. According to the source, Cabo Girão is said to be the second highest cliff in the world. The number of visitors is quite high and the view is magnificent. Especially from the Skywalk, a glass platform that juts out above the actual cliff. It’s in the style of a similar visitor bridge over the Grand Canyon. Pure excitement. And since it has a glass floor, it is only for visitors who are curious about heights.
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canico
Just a few decades ago Caniço, in the southeast of the island, was a small fishing village with a small harbour. Today, the town of 23,000 has lost its romantic miniature charm, but there are good reasons for this: The bays, which are part of the underwater national park, are extremely popular with divers. With a little luck and patience, you might even spot manta rays and dolphins. Various diving schools offer courses and excursions.
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Camara de Lobos
270,000 people live in Madeira, almost half of them in the capital Funchal. But some Madeirians prefer the neighboring fishing village of Câmara de Lobos (translated: Cave of the Seals), for good reason. No one can deny that Câmara de Lobos is a picturesque place. Former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill also noticed this. He began painting when he visited in 1950: colorful fishing boats with Cabo Girão in the background. Several places in the area are still associated with Churchill today. The Madeira holiday lasted only twelve days.
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bust of Ronaldo
Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is Madeira’s most famous son. And that’s why it always makes headlines. There is even a bronze bust dedicated to him at Madeira Airport, also called Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport. Ada probably wanted to honor her superstar, but ended up painting a version of her face in bronze that looks like it’s been distorted by various Snapchat filters. Always worth a selfie.
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Basket sleigh ride from Monte
Anyone visiting the capital should make their way to the local mountain Monte. In addition to its magnificent view, the tomb of Charles I, the last emperor of Austria-Hungary, who died in exile here in 1922, is also located here. What’s truly exciting is the descent of the sled Carros de Cesto, a type of adventurous public transport in Madeira: Two white-clad locals guide passengers down the mountain with up to 50 items.
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Sao Vicente
You can’t quite penetrate to the core in São Vicente, but you can still penetrate surprisingly deep into the earth. The largest known cave system in Madeira was discovered here in 1885 and is more than 400,000 years old. Mini expeditions, led by trained guides, last approximately 30 minutes and provide insight into the geology and history of the island’s origins. Also beautiful: the namesake town, with its promenade cafés, fish platters and Atlantic air that seem to cling to the rock face.
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Porto Moniz
What looks like a flashy hotel pool in the photos is actually a swimming pool made of natural rock. The island’s rugged volcanic rock formations jut out into the sea, forming a hollow fortified by a wall. The waves hit those who entered the sea violently. The brave ones venture outside instead of just behind the wall, and the more relaxed stay at the nearby Aquanatura Madeira Hotel and take in the views in the dry weather.
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Basket weaving tradition
Of course, you don’t only need baskets for the descent from Monte to Funchal on Madeira; They were also designed to work in the fields. The center of basket weaving with demonstration workshops is the village of Camacha. Peeled and bundled willows have been woven into baskets here since 1850. The British provided support once again: They brought their favorite models from Italy and had them copied in Camacha. There are also many small craft workshops to this day.
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Water pipes similar to those in Valais
We Swiss have our Suonen in Valais, while the Madeirians are proud of their Levada. Artificial irrigation systems divert freshwater from the moist north to the drier south. Hiking trails lead along these canals to the most beautiful parts of the island. Advantage: The slope along the levadas is consistently moderate. Ideal conditions for leisurely walks – sometimes accompanied by stunning coastal views.
information: www.visitmadeira.pt
Source : Blick
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