The Barreirinha beach complex in Funchal on the island of Madeira. From the ship, docked in the port of Funchal, I always see this blue (or aquamarine) building and I decided to photograph it and find out more about it. It is a beach complex, with sunbeds, a restaurant and a bar where you can enjoy a relaxing day. The elevator column is very characteristic.
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The archipelago is made up of two major islands, Madeira and Porto Santo, three smaller uninhabited islands, known as the Desertas, and two smaller islands, also uninhabited, called the Savage Islands. The largest island is Madeira. The archipelago, together with Cape Verde, the Azores and the Canaries, forms Macaronesia; the Azores and Madeira are part of Portugal, the Canaries are part of Spain and Cape Verde, once Portuguese, is now an independent republic. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Barreirinha seaside complex in Funchal on the island of Madeira – Le complexe balnéaire de Barreirinha à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – El complejo costero Barreirinha en Funchal, en la isla de Madeira – O complexo balnear da Barreirinha no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Der Strandkomplex Barreirinha in Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Khu phức hợp ven biển Barreirinha ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira
An alley in the city of Funchal on the island of Madeira. Walking through the beautiful Portuguese city of Funchal I often go to the area around the cathedral. In these alleys there are several very nice restaurants.
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The archipelago is made up of two major islands, Madeira and Porto Santo, three smaller uninhabited islands, known as the Desertas, and two smaller islands, also uninhabited, called the Savage Islands. The largest island is Madeira. The archipelago, together with Cape Verde, the Azores and the Canaries, forms Macaronesia; the Azores and Madeira are part of Portugal, the Canaries are part of Spain and Cape Verde, once Portuguese, is now an independent republic. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
An alley in the city of Funchal on the island of Madeira – Une ruelle dans la ville de Funchal sur l’île de Madère – Un callejón en la ciudad de Funchal en la isla de Madeira – Un callejón en la ciudad de Funchal en la isla de Madeira – Eine Gasse in der Stadt Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Một con hẻm ở thành phố Funchal trên đảo Madeira
Glimpses of the São Tiago Fort in Funchal on the island of Madeira. Some time ago, I took these photos while visiting the famous yellow fort that dominates the bay in which the city of Funchal is located.
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The archipelago is made up of two major islands, Madeira and Porto Santo, three smaller uninhabited islands, known as the Desertas, and two smaller islands, also uninhabited, called the Savage Islands. The largest island is Madeira. The archipelago, together with Cape Verde, the Azores and the Canaries, forms Macaronesia; the Azores and Madeira are part of Portugal, the Canaries are part of Spain and Cape Verde, once Portuguese, is now an independent republic. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Fort of São Tiago in Funchal on the island of Madeira – Le Fort de São Tiago à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – El Fuerte de São Tiago en Funchal en la isla de Madeira – O Forte de São Tiago no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – O Forte de São Tiago no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Pháo đài São Tiago ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira – 马德拉岛丰沙尔的圣蒂亚戈堡 – マデイラ島フンシャルのサンティアゴ要塞
The Banana-Pineapple, Monstera Deliciosa, in Funchal. This fruit is one of the exotic delights of Funchal, Madeira. This unique fruit, also known as the “delicious fruit”, is famous for its flavor that resembles a cross between a banana and a pineapple. The Monstera Deliciosa is characterized by a skin covered with hexagonal scales that fall off as the fruit ripens. Inside, the fruit is juicy and sweet, with a flavor that is reminiscent of both banana and pineapple. In Funchal, the Monstera Deliciosa fruit is easily found at the Mercato dos Lavradores, where many vendors offer this exotic fruit. It is advisable to make sure the fruit is fully ripe before consuming it, as the skin must be falling off to be safe to eat. The fruit can be enjoyed fresh, sliced, or used in sweet and savoury recipes. It is a great addition to smoothies, ice cream and even meat dishes to add a touch of exotic sweetness. Monstera Deliciosa is not only appreciated for its flavor, but also for its beautiful green heart-shaped leaves, which are often used as ornamental plants in gardens and apartments.
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This plant can grow up to 20 meters in height and has very large leaves, 50 cm to 1 meter wide. Its aerial roots grow at the nodes. The name of the plant is due to the fruit, about 25 cm long and 4 cm in diameter, with a very sweet flavor (similar to pineapple), which resembles an ear of corn with hexagonal scales. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The banana-pineapples, Monstera Delicious, in Funchal – Les bananes-ananas, Monstera Delicious, à Funchal – El plátano-piña, Monstera Delicious, en Funchal – A banana-ananás, Monstera Delicious, no Funchal – Die Bananen-Ananas, Monstera Delicious, in Funchal – Món chuối-dứa, Monstera Delicious, ở Funchal
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The Facade of Funchal Cathedral. In the heart of the picturesque city of Funchal on the enchanting island of Madeira, stands the majestic Funchal Cathedral, an architectural gem that has enchanted visitors and worshippers for centuries. Also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, this imposing structure is a symbol of faith, history and timeless beauty. Funchal Cathedral has centuries of history, dating back to the mid-15th century when the first Portuguese settlers settled in Madeira. Built on a site that once housed a modest church, the cathedral has undergone several renovations and extensions over the years, reflecting the architectural styles that have evolved over the centuries. When approaching Funchal Cathedral, your eye is immediately drawn to its imposing façade and intricate architectural details. The structure features a mix of styles, with Gothic and Manueline influences blending together in a fascinating blend. The façade, adorned with an ornate portal and intricate reliefs, conveys a sense of grandeur and sacredness. The interior of the cathedral does not disappoint the expectations raised by the exterior. The naves, with their decorated altars and majestic columns, create an atmosphere of solemnity and devotion. The high altar is a masterpiece of baroque art, enriched by sacred paintings and gilded ornaments that capture the gaze of visitors. Funchal Cathedral is the spiritual heart of the island of Madeira. Dedicated to Our Lady of the Assumption, the cathedral is a sacred place of worship, frequented by believers and pilgrims from all over the world. Religious celebrations held inside the cathedral offer a unique experience of spiritual connection and reflection. Among the gems of Funchal Cathedral is the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, a small but sumptuous side chapel. Decorated with sacred works of art and finely crafted ornaments, the chapel exudes an aura of sacredness and contemplation. It is a favorite place for silent prayer and individual reflection. In addition to being a place of worship, Funchal Cathedral attracts many tourists and history and architecture enthusiasts. Guided tours offer a unique opportunity to explore the cathedral's rich history and admire up close the artistic details that make it a timeless masterpiece.
Funchal Cathedral is not only an architectural landmark but also a pillar of faith and culture in Madeira. With its spiritually-filled history and breathtaking architecture, the cathedral continues to be a must-see destination for anyone visiting this fascinating Portuguese island. Funchal Cathedral is much more than a building; it is a monument that celebrates the beauty, history and spirituality of Madeira.
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The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is the Catholic cathedral of Funchal, Portugal, and the seat of the Diocese of Funchal. It is located in the center of the city, not far from the marina, in the area called Campo del Duca. Its construction began in the late 1400s. It was the first important church built on the island. Previously, there was a church near the beach of Calhau, but as the number of inhabitants increased thanks to the flourishing sugar cane trade, the church could no longer accommodate all the faithful, so it was decided to build a larger one in the center of the city. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The facade of the Funchal Cathedral in the island of Madeira – La façade de la cathédrale de Funchal sur l’île de Madère – La fachada de la Catedral de Funchal en la isla de Madeira – A fachada da Catedral do Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Die Fassade der Kathedrale von Funchal auf der Insel Madeira – Mặt tiền của Nhà thờ Funchal ở đảo Madeira – 马德拉岛丰沙尔大教堂的正面 – マデイラ島のフンシャル大聖堂のファサード
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The main altar of the church of Sao Joao in Funchal. The Igreja de São João Evangelista do Colégio do Funchal is a religious building in the city of Funchal, on the island of Madeira. I visited it, by chance, a few months ago and took a couple of photos of the splendid gilded wooden altar.
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Funchal is a Portuguese municipality, the capital of the autonomous region of Madeira. Funchal is the largest city on the island; it was founded in 1421 by João Gonçalves Zarco and was elevated to city status by King Manuel I in 1508. Today Funchal is a modern city, located in a unique area, where the geological conformation creates a natural amphitheater that surrounds the entire city, starting from the port and reaching up to 1200 meters of its highest slopes. This natural protection attracted the first inhabitants who formed the initial nucleus of Funchal. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The main altar of the Sao Joao church in Funchal – Le maître-autel de l’église Sao Joao de Funchal – El altar mayor de la iglesia de Sao Joao en Funchal – O altar-mor da igreja de São João no Funchal – Der Hauptaltar der Sao Joao-Kirche in Funchal – Bàn thờ chính của nhà thờ Sao Joao ở Funchal – 丰沙尔圣若昂教堂的主祭坛 – フンシャルのサン・ジョアン教会の主祭壇
The former Costa Firenze in port in Funchal. When I was working on the former Costa Firenze last year I took lots of photos of the ship from the various ports I went out to. For a sailor, especially a Costa Crociere one like me, the yellow funnel is a point of reference when you go out for a walk. I took these photos from the Fort of St. James (Fortaleza de São Tiago) in Funchal on the Portuguese island of Madeira.
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The former Costa Firenze in port in Funchal – L’ancien Costa Firenze au port de Funchal – La antigua Costa Firenze en el puerto de Funchal – O antigo Costa Firenze no porto do Funchal – Die ehemalige Costa Firenze im Hafen von Funchal – Costa Firenze trước đây ở cảng ở Funchal – 前科斯塔佛罗伦萨号停泊在丰沙尔港口 – フンシャルの港にある旧コスタ フィレンツェ
Grilled sardines in a small restaurant in Funchal. Some time ago, I was in Funchal by ship and since I was with my wife we went out for a walk around the city and had lunch. My wife enjoyed a small dish with very good grilled sardines!
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This species is of great importance for commercial fishing in the Mediterranean and southern Atlantic Europe. It is caught mainly with the surrounding net called ciànciolo in which the schools are attracted with the help of powerful lights. Sometimes drift nets (menaide) are used. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
Grilled sardines in a restaurant in Funchal – Grilled sardines in a restaurant in Funchal – Sardinas a la parrilla en un restaurante de Funchal – Sardinhas grelhadas num restaurante no Funchal – Gegrillte Sardinen in einem Restaurant in Funchal – Cá mòi nướng trong một nhà hàng ở Funchal – 丰沙尔一家餐厅的烤沙丁鱼 – フンシャルのレストランでイワシのグリル
One of the painted doors of Santa Maria street in Funchal, Portugal. One of the last times I was in the town of Funchal, on the island of Madeira, by ship, I discovered this street in the old town by chance. It is a special place where, in addition to finding many restaurants and bars, you can admire these doors (but not only those) painted in an artistic way. The one in this photo, at number 1, represents the street itself.
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One of the painted doors of Santa Maria street in Funchal, Portugal – Une des portes peintes de la rue Santa Maria à Funchal, Portugal – Una de las puertas pintadas de la calle Santa María en Funchal, Portugal – Uma das portas pintadas da rua de Santa Maria no Funchal, Portugal – Eine der bemalten Türen der Straße Santa Maria in Funchal, Portugal – Một trong những cánh cửa sơn màu trên phố Santa Maria ở Funchal, Bồ Đào Nha – 葡萄牙丰沙尔圣玛丽亚街的彩绘门之一 – ポルトガル、フンシャルのサンタ マリア通りのペイントされたドアの 1 つ
The Fort of São Thiago in Funchal on the island of Madeira Photographing from the ship docked in the port of Funchal I captured the beautiful yellow fort that “closes” the city.
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The archipelago is made up of two major islands, Madeira and Porto Santo, three smaller uninhabited islands, known as the Desertas, and two smaller islands, also uninhabited, called the Savage Islands. The largest island is Madeira. The archipelago, together with Cape Verde, the Azores and the Canaries, forms Macaronesia; the Azores and Madeira are part of Portugal, the Canaries are part of Spain and Cape Verde, once Portuguese, is now an independent republic. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The Fort of São Tiago in Funchal on the island of Madeira – Le Fort de São Tiago à Funchal sur l’île de Madère – El Fuerte de São Tiago en Funchal en la isla de Madeira – O Forte de São Tiago no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – O Forte de São Tiago no Funchal, na ilha da Madeira – Pháo đài São Tiago ở Funchal trên đảo Madeira – 马德拉岛丰沙尔的圣蒂亚戈堡 – マデイラ島フンシャルのサンティアゴ要塞
