Madeira also has some amazing landmarks, which only few experienced travelers are aware of. Look for one of such places in the picturesque village of Camara de Lobos - this is the so-called "Winston Churchill Viewpoint". This is the name of a small platform where the British Prime Minister set up his easel and did paintings in the mid-20th century. Of course, this historical fact did not remain unnoticed by inhabitants of the small town. The site is still well-preserved, and an information plate in the form of an easel was fixed on the nearest building. It is pretty easy to find this symbolic place - the site is located near a fur seal fountain. Nearby is the cozy restaurant Cherchills , and if you believe the stories of locals, Winston Churchill has visited it a number of times more than 60 years ago.
Demanding gourmets should pay attention not only to popular restaurants on the island. In the capital, they must visit the Workers' Market ( Mercado dos Lavradores ). This is the largest market on the island offering its customers an incredible selection of local delicacies. Have you ever tried a banana and pineapple hybrid? And what about an amazing combination of passion fruit and tomato? At the Workers' Market, you can try a lot of exotic fruits, some of which are grown only in Madeira. The market will also appeal to those who not indifferent to exotic seafood.
Want some really extreme fun? Go to the city of Funchal and try out a traditional local mode of transport - toboggan. This is how they call simple wooden sleds, on which you can ride even when there is no snow. In the past, this form of transport was used to descend vegetables and fruits from the mountains, and in recent years, it has gained incredible popularity among tourists. Only in Madeira you can ride the wooden sleds down polished asphalt. This kind of transport cannot be found in any other corner of the world.
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