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Colors of Funchal - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Funchal, Madeira The picturesque city with a history covering more than five centuries has a lot of unique and interesting national holidays. The name of Funchal derives from fennel, because several centuries ago it grew in abundance in the coastal zone, which has attracted the first settlers. One of the main distinguishing features of a modern resort is a high level of environmental performance; locals have managed to keep unique natural resources intact.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Funchal
1.Luxury hotels are situated mainly in the western part of the resort. They feature quite high prices, so it makes sense for budget travelers to pay attention to hotels at other areas. 2. … Open
Funchal is famous for an abundance of colorful festivals and celebrations that are always visited by a huge number of foreign visitors. Mass festivities are held in the city on the eve of the New Year. Colorful fairs and open-air concerts, plenty of diverse attractions for younger guests and exciting sports events are conducted during Christmas holidays.
The most anticipated and exciting event of the New Year is a grand fireworks show. The local incredibly beautiful fireworks show is listed in the Guinness Book of Records; locals usually prepare for it all year long. In February, the city hosts a colorful carnival, which is always accompanied by folkloric performances and solemn parades. Tourists who wish to get acquainted with the culture and customs of the indigenous population definitely have to visit this merry and bright holiday. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Funchal sightseeing - things to see and to visit
This city is located on the south coast of Madeira. This is a major trading port and a famous beach resort that is popular among tourists from different countries of the world. Funchal is … Open
Many tourists are eager to get to the resort in April, as Funchal Flower Festival is traditionally held in this month. The beautiful holiday symbolizes the arrival of spring; flower exhibitions are its main events. Lots of florists come here from all around the world. Each year organizers try to please guests with original entertainment events.
Funchal churches The most famous summer festival is the International Fireworks Festival; dozens of thousands of visitors come there to watch competitions of best pyrotechnists. During a couple of days, participants of the festival show the latest achievements of fireworks industry to an audience. Connoisseurs of fine wines will be interested in visiting the resort in late summer, when the wine festival is held. In addition to tastings and fairs, guests are offered an interesting cultural program.
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National traditions of Portugal

Unique in its kind, the song “Fado” has survived from the era of the Middle Ages. Under the accompaniment of guitar it sounds unhurriedly and calmly. It draws its inspiration from the yearning of people in love. Known in every locality, it tells the story of distant travelling sailors.  … Open

Traditions and festivals in cities around Funchal

Madeira
The exhibitions let the visitors enjoy the flowers of ultimate beauty as well as purchase desired plants. The brightest and most memorable event is considered to be Atlantic Festival which presents different sport competitions and entertaining events. The Funchal Jazz ... Open »
La Palma Island
Here, as well as in mainland Spain, people raise their voice and gesture a lot when they are talking. Despite of all the heat, it almost never comes to fights. First of all, the people of the Canary Islands are peaceful, and second of all, the punishment is quite ... Open »
Canary Islands
Travelers visiting the beautiful archipelago in November will take part in another interesting holiday, St. Andrew’s Day. It is celebrated in all the cities of the archipelago on 28 to 29 November. According to local tradition, the young wine is first tasted in this ... Open »
Tenerife
The end of the Carnival is very amazing and heart-stirring. The last day of the festival is called ‘The funeral of sardines.’ The huge figure of fish made ​​of papier-mache is burned on one of the city squares; the process is accompanied by the loud cry of ... Open »
Los Gigantes
An obligatory event of the festival is the election of the Queen. Winning this beauty contest is considered very prestigious. The traditional Los Gigantes carnival is aimed at a wide audience and participants. Interesting entertainments are always prepared for ... Open »
Adeje
Indigenous people are very unhurried and reasonable. For some energetic people they may even seem to be a little too slow. Also, the locals are distinguished by diligence and zeal. They treat their disadvantages with great sense of humor and always do not mind to ... Open »
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