Explore Natural Richness of Madeira with Funchal Holidays

Jan 23, 2012 • By Shubhra Joshi •

Funchal, the capital city of Madeira is one of the most intriguing cities in entire Portugal. If you are a nature lover, you must plan holidays to Funchal. It allows you to establish a unique relationship with the nature. Besides natural attractions such as lush gardens, beaches and lidos, the city is also notable for its wide variety of museums and churches.

Nature lovers from around the world visit Funchal especially to visit gardens in Madeira Island. Some of the travel writes have referred Madeira as the "Floating Garden in the Atlantic." This is one of the most notable attractions in the city. While strolling around this city, you would come across variety of gardens. Some of these gardens are natural whereas others are maintained very carefully so that they don't lack even an ounce of the natural feel.

Municipal garden is among the most visited gardens in Funchal. This garden spans over 8300 square meters. Take a walk through the park to experience the refreshment offered by variety of trees, plants and flowers. Most of the plants in this garden are native to Madeira. But you would also find several plants that are taken from the different parts of the world.

If you are interested in exploring the history of the city, you must visit Sao Pedro while enjoying holidays in Funchal. This is among the most significant and most populated parishes in the capital city of Madeira. While walking around this historical place, you would come across buildings and homes that were built in 15th century. The historical offers you to know to some of the hidden facts from the past. Rua da Carreira and Sao Pedro Palace are two of the most famous building in Sao Pedro.

Are you interested in peeping into the religious richness of Funchal? If you are nodding your head in yes, you should not compromise on visiting Igreja de Sao Pedro. It was built in 1590 which makes it one of the oldest churches in the city. The roof of the church has colorful tiles and feature that adds uniqueness to the church is the rooster on the roof top.

Madeira Story Centre is worth visiting museum in the city. This museum focuses on the history of the island of Madeira. While taking a look at the exhibitions, you would come to know, how island of Madeira created from a volcano. Other attractions in the museum include exhibit of hydroplane's first landing on the island. You also get an opportunity to know about the lives of great leaders such as Churchill and Napoleon.

This museum allows visitors to explore the history of the island of Madeira. Inside you can see how the island was created from a volcano. You can also see the first landing of a hydroplane near the island. A day from Funchal holidays in this museum also follows the lives of some important leaders from history, including Napoleon and Churchill.