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These vibrant masterpieces, as well as other excellent works from the Portuguese school of the same period, belonged to Funchal’s wealthy sugar merchants, who during the 16th century traded their “white gold” for principal art treasures of the day.
The unimpeded views of Funchal are unbeatable.
Aside from the gardens, lake, and playground, other points of interest include a statue of Christopher Columbus (who may have lived in Funchal for a while), and, close by, the Chapel of Santa Catarina, dating from the 17th century.
It sells excellent lace and embroidered items (most items are cheaper than they are in Funchal), leather goods, and a great selection of vintage Madeiran wine, with bottles dating back to last century (for a hefty price, of course).
This can breed insularity; some villagers have never been as far as Funchal and the thought of making the long trip to the mainland is even more remote.