BY Thisismadeiraisland
Walking along the levadas is one of the main tourist attractions of Madeira Island, offering a unique and unforgettable experience, with magnificent views and in direct contact with an extraordinarily pure nature. But do you know the origin of these paths? The “levadas” are channels of water with a gentle slope originally created to transport the […]
BY Thisismadeiraisland
The Mercado dos Lavradores (Farmers’ Market), which was designed by Edmundo Tavares (1892-1983), opened its doors on 24 November 1940. A testament to the architecture of the Estado Novo regime, the grandiose design of the building reflects its intended role as the main supplier of goods to the city. Huge panels of tiles painted with […]
BY Thisismadeiraisland
Carreiras de Monte or Carros de Cesto do Monte is one of the most popular activities in Madeira. You have to let yourself glide on a wicker sledge through the steep streets which link Monte with Funchal.
