Our 3rd visit to Madeira - it's a gorgeous place. Quiet and peaceful with the most beautiful nature to walk through.
The modern art museum is in a 15th century fort at Funchal.
Street vendor, Funchal
In the middle of the island the mountains rise to over 4000 feet.
There is a vast network of "levadas" - man-made watercourses that take water from the damp North to the dry South and provide hydro power too. There is a small path adjacent to each levada, sometimes easy walking...
....and sometimes a bit more exposed.
On the North side, the climate is sub-tropical rain forest - all moss and ferns.
The South side is all palm trees and sunshine.
Wednesday, 14 October 2009
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Looks like a fascinating place, very steamy. Lovely photos. The street vendor,amazing!
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