Madeira Island: The People
Some 750,000 people, mostly resident in South Africa, Venezuela and more increasingly in the countries of the EU, call themselves Madeiran.
Madeira - Wikipedia
Madeira is a year-round resort, particularly for Portuguese, but also British (148,000 visits in 2021), and Germans (113,000). [13] It is by far the most populous and densely populated Portuguese island. The region is noted for its Madeira wine, flora, and fauna, with its pre-historic laurel forest, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Category:People from Madeira - Wikipedia
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Why Madeira Island Is A World Apart - Forbes
2021年10月24日 · Madeira is an oddly unique geographical and cultural blip—a rich little universe of rough mountains and lush slopes slapped by Atlantic breakers off the coast of Africa. Locals revere their...
History of Madeira - Wikipedia
The settlement of Madeira and Porto Santo islands was a process defined by stages involving people from all over the kingdom. [2] In 1425 King John I officially made Madeira a full province of Portugal, handing it as a gift to Henry the Navigator. Settlement then began in earnest.
The History and Culture of Madeira – This is Madeira Island
2023年2月17日 · Madeira has a unique culture that’s shaped by its geography, history, and traditions. One of the most striking aspects of Madeiran culture is its folk music, which features a blend of African and European rhythms and is often performed on traditional instruments like the cavaquinho (a small guitar) and the braguinha (a four-stringed instrument).
The Unique History & Culture of Madeira, Portugal - Portugal …
Madeira was not just a lush, forested island; it was a treasure trove of natural resources. Its strategic location in the Atlantic Ocean made it an invaluable stopover and refueling point for ships embarking on long voyages to Africa and America.
Madeira Islands | Description & Facts | Britannica
2024年10月29日 · Madeira Islands, archipelago of volcanic origin in the North Atlantic Ocean, belonging to Portugal. It comprises two inhabited islands, Madeira and Porto Santo, and two uninhabited groups, the Desertas and the Selvagens.
History - Visit Madeira | Madeira Islands Tourism Board official …
To know the history of Madeira you have to go back to the year 1418, when the navigators led by João Gonçalves Zarco sighted, after many days adrift on the high seas, a small island that saved them from a fateful destiny.
Madeira Culture - Visit Madeira | Madeira Islands Tourism Board ...
Getting to know Madeira's culture is travelling through its identity and History. The offer is unique and wide: from built heritage to centuries-old traditions, including art, crafts, museums, religious experiences and the many celebrations that reflect the festive spirit of the archipelago.