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Miradouro de Silvares
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- leisure
Silvares
6230, Fundão
Small and cozy viewpoint with a privileged view over the center of Silvares.
Parque de Lazer da Barragem de Capinha
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- leisure
Barragem de Capinha
6230-145, Fundão
Park supporting the Capinha Dam, comprising changing rooms, a river swimming pool, a maintenance circuit and a beach soccer field.
Castelo Novo
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- heritage
Castelo Novo
6230-160, Fundão
Village located at an altitude of about 700 meters, at the foot of the Serra da Gardunha, where traces of occupation in the Roman period are visible. In this locality stand out the medieval castle, in ruins, with the keep, the Manueline pillory, the D. João V fountain, the Igreja Matriz, of Pombaline design, several manor houses and Lagariça. The miniatures in wood and iron, lace and regional embroidery constitute the local handicraft.
Parque do Ribeiro do Fontão
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Ribeiro do Fontão
5460, Boticas
The surrounding the banks of the Ribeiro do Fontão, whose meandering waters represent one of the most symbolic elements and more present in Botiquenses landscapes, presents itself as a unique space: the green of the gardens, reminiscent of the lush natural pastures, is crisscrossed by footpaths, hedges or trees, a mill, a drum and the sculpture to Miguel Torga, next to which are excerpts of his writings about the places of the municipality.
Jardim Tropical Monte Palace
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- leisure
Caminho do do Monte, 174
9050, Funchal
This is one of the most beautiful gardens on the Madeira Island, located about 5 km from the city center of Funchal. It occupies an area of 70000 m2 and is reforested with exotic plants from several continents. You can see cycads and proteas from South Africa, heather from Scotland, or redwoods from America. The vegetation mixes with ponds full of Koi fish, providing a spectacle of beauty and color. The alleys of the Garden are full of tile panels from the 16th and 20th centuries. Also, noteworthy are the terracotta panels and the 40 panels on the Portugal History.
Parque Ecológico do Funchal
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- leisure
ER 103
9050, Funchal
Leisure space where environmental education actions are carried out and whose main objective is to preserve the natural heritage. In this place, more than 30 species of birds have already been observed, and the existing flora is quite varied, highlighting the indigenous plants. It has five support houses, two of which welcome volunteers from the park's activities.
Miradouro do Pináculo
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- leisure
Rua Conde Carvalhal
9060-054, Funchal
Place from where you can enjoy a magnificent view over Funchal.
Jardim Botânico da Madeira
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- leisure
Caminho do Meio, Bom Sucesso
9064-251, Funchal
This garden is located at about three kilometres from the centre of Funchal. It has about 2000 vegetal species, including plants that exist only in the Madeira island and in other Atlantic islands such as the Azores, the Canaries and Cape Verde. There are about 100 local species, that rang from those that grow on the sunniest hillsides of the island to the typical vegetation. One may find plants as diverse as plants from the Hymalaians and tropical plants. One will find tropical and subtropical fruit trees, such as mangoes, avocados, coffee, sugar cane and more, as well as cooking …
Lagoa da Vela
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Lagoa da Vela
3080, Bom Sucesso
Surrounded by the Pinhal de Quiaios and green fields, Lagoa da Vela has an elongated shape and runs parallel to the sea, about five kilometers away. It is the largest lagoon in Bom Sucesso, two kilometers long and 300 meters wide. Its depth, about five meters, makes it little vegetated. It has an abundant aquatic fauna and is connected to the Foja river through a stream.
Vilarinho Seco
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- heritage
Vilarinho Seco
5460, Vilarinho Seco
Located on the foothils of Barroso Mountain, Vilarinho Seco is one of the most well preserved and characteristic villages in the region. The granite espigueiros (small cereal warehouses), the houses with culm rooftops and some of the inhabitants in traditional clothes create an interesting traditional atmosphere. In the centre, there are a square with the tank, the crucifix and the chapel, an impressive example of the popular architcture. It has a communal oven.