Due to the many natural attractions scattered throughout the island, here you can find many viewing platforms allowing tourists to enjoy all this magnificence from a bird's eye view. The best observation areas are Miradouro da Ponta do Rosto in Caniçal, Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos in the island's capital, Miradouro do Cristo Rei do Garajau in Caniço, and Miradouro da Portela located in Machico.
Also, the capital of Madeira boasts some interesting sculptures, which include the Monument to the Worker (Monumento ao Trabalhador) and the Monument to the Madeiran Emigrant (Monumento ao Emigrante Madeirense). You can also find statues erected in honor of prominent figures (for example, Estatua Zarco). Each sculpture is a real work of art, so it's a pleasure to find a new one. A peculiar attraction of Funchal is Tunel das Pocas do Gomes, thanks to which one can quickly get to Formosa Beach. But the tunnel built in 2005 would not be an attraction if it weren't for the beautiful ocean views.
While in the capital of Madeira, be sure to visit Câmara Municipal do Funchal famous for its wonderful "azulejos" (traditional Portuguese tiles). Do not miss your chance to get inside and walk through the amazing courtyard with a fountain and a sculpture dedicated to the Greek myth of Leda and the Swan. As for the building, it was built in an eclectic style combining Baroque and Moorish elements in 1758 but began to be used as a town hall only in 1883. The structure was rebuilt only once - in 1940. Among Funchal's most impressive religious sights is the Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte featuring wooden decoration typical of Portuguese sacred architecture. Particularly striking is the church's interior with its magnificent altar.
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