The Pico dos Barcelos viewpoint is approximately 355 meters above sea level. From this point there is a splendid panoramic view over
Funchal bay and the city
Situated in the mountainous interior of the island is Curral das Freiras
("Pen of the Nuns")
Church of Nossa Senhora in Monte - the suburb of Funchal that is the upper station of a cable car and the starting point for the toboggan
run down into Funchal
To celebrate Jeanette's Birthday, we have afternoon tea at Reid's Palace Hotel
Surrounded by lush subtropical gardens, Reids Palace Hotel has a cliff top location overlooking Funchal Harbour
The traditional wicker sledges used on the toboggan ride down into Funchal are pulled by carreiros