Colors of Madeira - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
The cultural life of Madeira is rich in different events. The fests and exciting events are held there almost every month. Most of the travelers prefer visiting the resort on the eve of New Year holidays. The preparation to the holidays starts in November. Daily parades and fairs, the performances of street artists and musicians, children’s performances and unforgettable pyrotechnic shows are the main entertaining events which one can visit during Christmas holidays.
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The end of the last spring month in Madeira is marked by a colorful festival dedicated to vintage cars called Madeira Classic Car Revival. Visitors are welcomed by the archipelago's capital of Funchal. At this time, you can see hundreds of beautiful retro cars exhibited in Praça do Povo. Apart from exhibitions, visitors to the festival have a great opportunity to cheer up for their favorite car at the Belle Epoque contest. Funchal, and more specifically, the Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias, opens its doors to another great fest - the Madeira Film Festival, which takes place in early April. In addition to screenings of films of all genres and lengths (the main condition is the premiere), the event involves thematic tours, conferences, and meets-and-greets.
Guests of Madeira won't experience lack of hotels, as the island has over 300 attractive accommodation places. Many popular hotels are concentrated in the island's capital, the city of … Open
For fans of active recreation and eco-tourism, the best period to visit the island is the beginning of October when themed tours with hiking, climbing, and mountain biking are organized throughout the archipelago during the Madeira Nature Festival. So that no one could get bored, the festival program is supplemented by folk music concerts, culinary tastings and masterclasses, and a fair presenting unique crafts made by real masters. Large cities of the island (Funchal, Machico, Porto da Cruz) host a wonderful event dedicated to organ music. This is the Madeira Organ Festival that takes place in mid-October. The venues are large churches in the above cities where musicians show all their organ playing skills.
Madeira is a great place for discoveries and unique entertainment. Think that beach vacations at local resorts are nothing special? Then head to Porto Moniz Promenade where you can swim in … Open
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Madeira. Learn the best periods to visit Madeira to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Madeira.