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Madeira
Madeira is an island in the Atlantic. It is part of the Madeira archipelago, which belongs to Portugal. The population is around a quarter of a million. Area 741 sq km (246 mi/sq.) Capital and largest city is Funchal. Madeira is a mountainous island, the highest mountain Pico Ruivo reaches a height of 1861 meters (6106 ft.). Tourists go to the island to explore the mountains, which are forested and full of water streams.There are many opportunities for hiking and climbing on the island. For Madeira's famous gastronomy and also to taste the local wine. Sea activities are diving, whale watching, kayaking, or surfing.Madeira offers many golf courses.
Funchal
Funchal is the capital of Madeira. The population is 105,000, which is 40 percent of the island's population. Interesting places are the Cathedral of Funchal, St. Lawrence Palace, Madeira Botanical Garden, Cable car from Funchal to Monte, Monte Toboggan its route is about 2 km (1.25 mi.) long and Funchal Seaside Promenade. https://visit.funchal.pt/?lang=en
Madeira Natural Park - Laurisilva of Madeira
Laurel forests, which are part of the National Park, covered a large part of Southern Europe 15 - 40 million years ago. These forests have a unique ecosystem. It is home to several dozen rare or endangered species of plants and animals. The forest has an area of 15,000 hectares. It is accessible by paved sidewalks. In 1999, it was added to the UNESCO list. Similar laurel forests can only be found in small locations around the world. In Europe, she crossed the Azores and Canary Islands. In Asia, in Taiwan or Japan, and in Africa, for example, in Cameroon. https://visitmadeira.com/en/what-to-do/nature-seekers/laurissilva-forest/
Car: 20 - 30 km ( 12,5 - 19 mi) 40 mins - 1 hour
Porto Santo
The island is located not far from Madeira, just over 40 km (25 mi). The area is 42 km/sq. (16 mi/sq.). The population is over 5,000. There is a small island that is different from Madeira. It is an ideal place for all those who prefer sandy beaches and like quieter destinations. On Porto Santo there is a 9 km (5.5 mi) golden sand beach, a golf course - Porto Santo Golfe, offers good conditions for hiking, the center of the island is also called Porto Santo.
Ferry: 2 hours 30 mins
Plane: 25 mins
