This guide covers all the main sights, area by area, in an easily navigable format. Descriptions of tourist attractions include Funchal's museums, marketplace and historic buildings, stunning scenery at Eira do Serrado, Cabo Girao and Rabacal, and the island's glorious gardens and water channels. The guide also contains background historical information, advice on shopping and entertainment and the low-down on Madeiran and Portuguese food and wine. There is an A-Z of practical information, listings of recommended hotels and restaurants and useful expressions in Portuguese. Special features cover subjects ranging from Madeiran folklore to Monte's wicker toboggans. An excursion to the island of Porto Santo is also described. Maps show Madeira, Funchal and around Funchal, and there are dozens of colour photographs throughout.

ISBN 9812683712     144 pages          2008         £4.99