Landscapes of Madeira

Here are some Madeira landscapes

View of Funchal from Monte

One of the most stunning views on the island opens up from Eira do Serrado and is included in most island tours along with cable car and toboggan ride.


Viewpoint and the nearby restaurant overlook the village called Curral das Freiras - Valley of Nuns. The name derives from the fact that threatened by pirate attacks the nuns relocated here as this is the only village on the island that does not have a sew view. The reason they had so many nuns is that colonial governors and ministers relocated here with their families. As they were all representatives of noble families there were not enough husbands of the same rank. Since they did not have a suitable mate and therefore  could not start married life the daughters of the noble families had no other option but to became nuns.


Sad stories aside, now it is a beautiful village that specializes in production of cherry and chestnut. Make sure you try one of the chestnut cakes!