Quinta Da Bela Vista

Madeira, an archipelago on the northwest coast of Africa and belonging to Portugal, bewitches with its picturesque landscapes. It is famous for its dominating natural geography filled with dramatic skies and mountains as well as being subtropical. The main island, also known as Madeira, consists of steep cliffs surrounding laurel forests interspersed with vineyards where the region’s fortified wine is cultivated. The dense Laurisilva forest, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, represents many species of plants and animals and is one of the richest ecological zones within Madeira.

The county’s capital, Funchal, is rich in historical buildings and features a variety of chapels and a stunning panoramic view of the coast. Also known for levada walks - irrigation systems turned into hikes, madeira certainly has great hiking paths for all enthusiasts traversing through rolling hills and beautiful scenes of waterfalls. The temperature remains mild throughout the year and several festivities like the Flower Festival are the reasons for people to visit. Madeira remains a peaceful yet exciting place and an excellent setting for cultural pursuits.