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	Madeira Islands - Wikipedia Mirror (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		The Madeira Islands, known originally to the Romans as the Purple Islands, were rediscovered (accidentally) by Portuguese sailors and settled by Portugal in 1418.
		These islands are a popular year-round resort, famed worldwide for their Madeira wine, embroidery artisans, New Years' Eve celebrations with a spectacular fireworks show, a perfect climate, striking scenery and beautiful flowers.
		Madeira Island is the largest island of the group with 741 km², has a length of 30 geographical miles (57 km), an extreme breadth of 13 miles (22 km), and a coastline of 80 or 90 miles.
	www.wiki-mirror.us /index.php/Madeira_Islands (1559 words)

	Slavery in Madeira (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		From this situation attributed to Madeira by history, it was our intention to analyse the particular case of Madeira and see which is the possible framing in the general slavery panorama and the callings of the Madeiran case in the affirmation of the phenomenon.
		In Madeira, the slave is part of the daily routine of the master, and to him he must be united: there was no separation between the world of the slave and the free man. On the contrary, they tried to prevent it.
		Madeira, for it's proximity to the African continent and involved in its recognizing process, occupation and defense of the Portuguese controlled areas, had all doors opened to this trade full of advantages.
	www.ceha-madeira.net /escravos/escravo6.htm (7624 words)

	Welcome to Madeira Self Catering-about Madeira
		Funchal, on the south coast of the island of Madeira, capital of Madeira District, on Funchal Bay.
		The Madeiras have lush tropical and semi-tropical plant life and extensive gardens, and are famous for their mild, pleasant climate.
		The Madeira Islands were known in Roman times and it is believed the Genoese in the mid-14th century knew of their existence.
	www.madeiraselfcatering.com /island.htm (556 words)

	Slavery in Madeira (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Madeira, due to the geographical configuration, was defined by a specific agricultural landscape, different from the big continental spaces.
		Calheta's district was the main sugar producing area (28%), showing in its perimeter a reasonable number of engines (22%).
		The presence of slaves in Madeira conditioned in an evident manner the regulating mechanisms of society at the political, institutional and religious levels.
	www.ceha-madeira.net /escravos/escravo4.htm (10057 words)

	Madeira Portugal accommodation pages (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		The Madeira Islands is a Portuguese autonomous archipelago in the north Atlantic Ocean that lies between 32°22.3′N 16°16.5′W and 33°7.8′N 17°16.65′W. The Madeira Islands, known originally to the Romans as the Purple Islands, were rediscovered (accidentally) by Portuguese sailors and settled by Portugal in 1418.
		Funchal, the capital of Madeira Island, is on the south coast of the principal island, in 32°37.75′N 16°55.3′W. Among Madeira`s main cities are: Funchal, Porto Santo also known as Vila Baleira, Ribeira Brava, Machico, Câmara de Lobos, Santa Cruz, and Calheta.
		The next year an expedition was sent to populate the island, and, Madeira being described, they made for it, and took possession on behalf of the Portuguese crown.
	www.direct-hotels-online.com /Portugal/Madeira/Madeira.html (1140 words)

	directopedia : Directory : Regional : Europe : Portugal : Madeira
		Madeira Island is known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, the floating Garden.
		These islands are a popular year-round resort, famed worldwide for their Madeira wine, embroidery artisans, a perfect climate, striking scenery and beautiful flowers.
		Funchal, the capital of Madeira Island, is on the south coast of the principal island, in 32°37.75′N 16°55.3′W.
	www.directopedia.org /directory/Regional-Europe/Portugal-Madeira.shtml (1522 words)

	Side Effects (of living and being me) :: Madeira Islands :: March :: 2006 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Madeira’s almost five-century-old capital is said to have been named ‘Funchal’; because of the abundance of fennel (funcho) that was growing there.
		A map of Madeira Island and Porto SantoA long narrow and comparatively low rocky promontory forms the eastern extremity of the island, and here there is to be seen a tract of calcareous sand, known as the Fossil Bed, containing land shells and numerous bodies resembling the roots of trees, probably produced by infiltration.
		The northern coast of Madeira in SantanaIn 1419 two of the captains of Prince Henry the Navigator, João Gonçalves Zarco and Tristão Vaz Teixeira, were driven by a storm to the island called by them Porto Santo, or Holy Port, in gratitude for their rescue from shipwreck.
	bellatryx.blogs.ie /2006/03/27/madeira-islands (1726 words)

	Madeira - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Madeira, known originally to the Romans as the Purple Islands, was rediscovered, possibly accidentally, by Portuguese sailors and settled by Portugal in 1418.
		Madeira's capital for more than five centuries, Funchal is said to have been named as such because of the abundance of fennel (funcho- in portuguese) that was growing there.
		The Madeira Autonomous Region has considerable potential since the necessary infrastructure has been established and adequate investment incentives introduced for expanding its hotel and catering structure in a controlled manner, without disturbing the socio-economic and environmental balance, and without neglecting the conservation of its nature, which is one of tourists' main reasons for visiting Madeira.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Madeira_Islands (2168 words)

	Magellan Tours: Portugal, Island of Madeira
		One of the greatest tourist attractions of the Island of Madeira lies in its spectacular landscape.
		Madeira's indigenous Laurissilva forest, occupying an area of 15 thousand hectares, forms part of this vast layer of vegetation that covers the island.
		But beyond this invaluable heritage, the island of Madeira also contains a vast array of exotic plants of every form and colour, the majority of which originate from various other parts of the world and have adapted here as well as they do in their native environment.
	www.magellantours.com /Portugal/madeira.htm (1149 words)

	Magellan Tours: Portugal, Island of Madeira (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		The Madeira Nature Reserve was created in 1982 in order to preserve a huge natural heritage, which is part of the world’s heritage and includes some species in danger of extinction, as well as some high quality human habitats.
		The Madeira Botanical Garden has a privileged location on the south side of a valley at an altitude of between 200 and 350 metres so conditions are ideal to support its exuberant vegetation.
		With a well-documented history, Madeira’s artistic heritage is one of the pillars of the island’s culture.
	www.magellantours.com /Portugal/MadeiraSightseeing.htm (3780 words)

	Madeira Islands Hotels, Accommodation in Portugal
		Funchal is the capital of the Madeira islands of Portugal.
		High up in the hills of Madeira, surrounded by vineyards and with the sparkling sea beyond, lies a jewel, untouched by modern development a 17th century farmhouse.
		The Madeira Islands is a Portuguese autonomous archipelago in the north Atlantic Ocean.
	www.magicaljourneys.com /Portugal/portugal-hotels-madeira.html (2293 words)

	Calheta Holidays - Cheap late deals & bargain package all inclusive holiday offers to Calheta
		An agricultural town, Calheta is the main producer of sugar-cane and bananas on Madeira, and it boasts a certain natural beauty, with its' lush vegetation, green valleys full of vineyards and verdant mountains.
		Calheta is one of the oldest parishes on Madeira, dating back to the 15th century, with buildings from that period still found in the area.
		Holidays in Calheta are ideal for those looking for a relaxing holiday, walking or hiking in the steep cliffs or valleys or enjoying the white sandy man-made beach, and soaking up the tranquil atmosphere of this scenic part of Madeira.
	www.directline-holidays.co.uk /Calheta?source=RSS (540 words)

	Arrangements Madeira Turismo Funchal (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		In order to promote what was formerly a popular tradition on the island, a public feast is held in honour of this drink, in the district of Santo da Serra.
		This is one of the oldest of Madeira’s chapels, destroyed in the flood of 1803.
		The Christian traditions for the period of Christmas, which are very much a part of the habits of Madeira’s population, are enjoyed together with the celebrations on New Year’s Eve, in a programme of cultural, ethnographic and artistic manifestations, which fills the month of December, and extends over up to the day of Kings.
	www.madeiraweb.info /indexet/madeira/governmental/news.html (1669 words)

	RESEARCH GUIDE MADEIRA PORTUGAL
		The Madeira Islands, a volcanic archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, 400 miles west of Morocco, constitute the Madeira Autonomous Region of Portugal.
		Comprising of the inhabited islands of Madeira and Porto Santo and the uninhabited Desertas and Selvagens.
		The island of Porto Santo is northeast of Madeira, and cultivates wheat, barley and grapes.
	www.geocities.com /papagaia2/madguide.htm (1685 words)

	Madeira Island - Straight from Funchal, Madeira, Portugal - Welcome
		The Madeira Property Finder is a recently launched service for local advertisers to sell their real estate to a wider international audience.
		If you are a parent moving to Madeira or are seeking a quality alternative to your child's current eduation at the moment do not hesitate to visit the "Escola Internacional da Madeira".
		Madeira is surrounded by the Atlantic - the blue waves visible almost from anywhere on the island.
	www.madeira-island.com (552 words)

	The Tourist Islands Of Madeira
		Madeira is an archipelago of Portugal in the northeast Atlantic Ocean and it offers one of the most beautiful landscapes of the country.
		The archipelago is formed by two inhabited islands (Madeira and Porto Santo), and by two groups of small uninhabited islands (Desertas and Selvagens).
		The highest peaks of the region are, in Madeira Island, the Pico Ruivo da Santana (1861 m), and in Porto Santo, the Pico do Facho (517m).
	www.articledashboard.com /Article/The-tourist-islands-of-Madeira/113773 (640 words)

	hotels madeira: Hotel Review Madeira GUIDE: madeira hotels, quintas, romantic accommodation, estalagem, golf, short ...
		Madeira The origin of this lush tropical island, discovered in 1419, a tiny speck almost stranded in the ocean, is shrouded in mystery and legend.
		Madeira can be proud of its long tradition in welcoming visitors, offering excellent accommodation and hotels, fine dining and first-class hospitality.
		Madeira is an all year round destination and particularly popular during the winter months by those living in northern Europe.
	www.hotelreviewmadeira.com (2023 words)

	Madeira Islands Holiday Rental
		We live on Madeira and are on hand to answer your queries, help you and be called on in emergency.
		Self-catering in the Madeira Islands is simple, inexpensive and enables you to be as independent as you like.
		We have experienced long periods of living in rented accommodation, both in UK and overseas, and understand what is required to make your property rental run smoothly.
	www.island-homes-rentals.biz /about.html (367 words)

	Madeira Hotels: Destination Guide to Madeira, Online Reservations (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Portugal's beautiful Atlantic island, Madeira is an alluring, semi-tropical 'Garden of Eden', located 350 miles west of Morocco.
		Madeira includes the main island of Madeira, Porto Santo Island and the uninhabited Desertas islands.
		The joy of a holiday in Madeira is the chance to enjoy vast diversity of activities, in a mild climate throughout the year.
	www.madeirahotelsdirect.com (579 words)

	Portugal.org (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		An archipelago of volcanic origin, discovered in 1419 by Portuguese navigators, it consists of the island of Madeira (the largest and more populated, with its capital in Funchal), the island of Porto Santo, and two groups of uninhabited islands: the Desertas and the Selvagens (bird sanctuaries).
		On their own, the meandering roads in Madeira (stage for a highly competitive rally) are a sight to see, as one wanders amongst trees, belvederes and waterfalls.
		“Madeira” is also a synonym for the renowned hearty wine, which has been spreading its name and the taste of its home island worldwide.
	www.portugal.org /tourism/regions6.shtml (730 words)

	Portugal Travel Guide
		A significant town on Madeira's south-western shoreline, Calheta is the island's main centre of banana plantations, vineyards and sugar-cane production.
		Dating back to 1430, Calheta's parish church is most notable for its complex Moorish-style wooden ceiling and a large ebony and silver tabernacle donated by King Manuel I. Nearby.
		At Loreto, 2 km east of Calheta, the 15th-century chapel has a Manueline south portal and fine geometrically-patterned ceiling.
	www.portugaltravelguide.com /en/calheta.htm (145 words)

	Location : Paul do Mar Aparthotel - 4 star self-catering accommodation in Madeira, Portugal
		The Aparthotel Paúl do Mar is located spectacularly on a landslip at the foot of some rather high cliffs in the village from whence the hotel took its name: Paúl do Mar (translated roughly in English as "Quagmire of the sea").
		Paúl do Mar is one of the "freguesias" or parrish counties of the Municipal district of Calheta in Madeira.
		It is part of the area known as "Calheta" ("Creek" in English).
	www.madeiraapartments.com /pauldomar/location.html (361 words)

	Madeira and Porto Santo Camping Hiking and Levada Walking (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
		Madeira is blessed with the finest weather possible north of the equator.
		On the south side of the island of Madeira.
		Possibly in the warmest part of the island and almost surely always guaranteed to have Sunny Skies..
	www.madeira-camping.com /ehtml/sky.html (71 words)

	Birding Madeira - Porto Santo
		The island's contrast to Madeira is incredible, even though it is just 40 kms away (20 nautical miles from São Lourenço to Ileu da Cal).
		Its main attribute for tourists is the 9 km long sandy beach where the tiny capital of Vila Baleira sits (Porto Santo), and the majority of the islands 4,000 population reside.
		There are two more ponds on the island (North of Ponta and at Lapeiras), but those two are often dried out from late summer and throughout the autumn when most birders visit the archipelago.
	madeira.seawatching.net /porto.html (796 words)

	Madeira Photos - Madeira Island and Porto Santo Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
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		Starting early in the morning in rural areas with birth masses, where people wake up early and go around the neiborhood playing some typical instrument to wake up everybody so they can join the mass that celebrates the each of the 9 months when Holy Mary carried Jesus in her womb.
		Madeira - an open door to the sea
	www.madeirahelp.com /madeira_photos (233 words)

	Photos Madeira island - All Categories > Madeira Landscapes > Calheta
		Calheta, famous for producing the best 'Aguardente' or 'Sugar cane Firewater' an essential ingredient of the typical Madeiran drink 'Poncha', sugar cane is also used for the production of molasses (Mel de cana açucar).
		Ponta do Pargo, the westermost point of Madeira island and well known for it's strategic located lighthouse.
		Paúl do Mar is an important fishing centers on Madeira islands.
	www.madeiraarchipelago.com /photo/index.php?cat=25 (118 words)

	casa das calhetas
		Located by the sea on the North coast of the island of S. Miguel, Casa das Calhetas was built on the 18th Century (1723).
		Decorated with simplicity, Casa das Calhetas perpetuates the flavor of wealthy houses of the Azorean rural environment.
		In Calhetas at the crossroad turn left and 100m after turn right and you will find the house near the sea.
	www.portugalsolares.com /casasantigas/calheta.asp (228 words)

	Calheta Bed and Breakfast
		Calheta Bed and Breakfast, Hotel, Guest House, Inn and Lodge Accommodation.
		The Inn Quinta Das Vinhas is located in the Estreito da Calheta, on the south west coast of Portugal.
		Carefully restored to sacrifice none of its original rustic charm, the interiors of this house with floors of flagstone and polished wood, beamed wooden ceilings and Portuguese Azulejo (hand-painted tiles), contribute to the truly special atmosphere of this small holiday accomodation.
	www.bedandbreakfasts.net /portugal.asp?county=Calheta (217 words)

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