Funchal

The Sé Cathedral of Funchal, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, stands as Madeira’s key religious landmark. Constructed in the late 15th century, it is […]

Dating back to 1741, the Church of Our Lady of Monte (Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte) stands as the most important pilgrimage site on the island of Madeira. Located […]

The Madeira Botanical Gardens, located in Funchal, Portugal, opened to the public in 1960. Spanning 20 acres, this verdant space is a haven for over 2,000 species of exotic plants. […]

Poised on a hilltop overlooking the city of Funchal, the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens span 17 acres and are home to a vast collection of rare plant species. The gardens […]

The Funchal Natural History Museum, the oldest in Madeira, is housed in a historic manor with a garden. This small but charming museum boasts an extensive collection of well-preserved plant […]

In the heart of Funchal’s Old Town, Armazém do Mercado stands as a vibrant commercial hub that seamlessly blends traditional and contemporary Portuguese culture. This market houses a diverse array […]

In 1492, Christopher Columbus embarked on his historic voyage to the New World aboard the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. Though the original Santa Maria did not return […]

Located in Funchal, Portugal, the Madeira Story Centre is a modern multimedia museum that narrates the archipelago’s history, from its volcanic origins 14,000 years ago to the present day. Opened […]