View over Ponta del Gada

There are no beaches on Madeira but instead these natural saltwater lava pools are very popular, picture taken at Porto Monitz.

To see Madeira from the ocean with this replica of Cristopher Columbus' ship Santa Maria is a must. The trip takes 3 hours and costs £20 per person. In the price, free Madeira wine is included.

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Near Funchal harbour you can find the new ropeway, which will take you to the mountains east of Funchal.

The famous Santa Catarina park in the heart of Funchal, where you can see lovers enjoying the view of the fountain a summer evening.

Hotel Monte at the end station of the ropeway. Old Brittish style.