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.

1 comment:
Looks like a fascinating place, very steamy. Lovely photos. The street vendor,amazing!
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