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Sep 14, 2021 · “The idea was to make a radical transformation in Madeira, in Funchal, to turn the Funchal marina into an iconic, service-providing space of excellence – in essence, a showcase of the city”, said Miguel Albuquerque.
Announced in September 2021 by the Madeira's Government, only in the beginning of this week the works started, and the project aims to re-qualify deeply all the Marina, making it safer and more modern, with new urban furniture and new services for the users and sailors that look for the Best Island Destination in the World.
Funchal (Portuguese pronunciation: ⓘ) is the capital, largest city and the municipal seat of Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, [1] making it the sixth largest city in Portugal.
Funchal boasts a diverse expat community, with British, German, and French nationals making up a significant portion of the international residents. The city’s compact size, measuring approximately 76 square kilometres (29 square miles), allows for easy exploration and a strong sense of community.
It is a historic and characterful city, which sits in a natural amphitheatre, with all districts facing down towards the waterfront and historic centre. Funchal has an extensive history and an abundance of Portuguese charm, along with a wide variety of tourist attractions, including castles, gardens and cable cars.
Located on a large slope facing the Atlantic and shaped like a natural amphitheatre, Funchal is Madeira’s largest tourist, commercial and cultural centre. Elevated to city status on 21 August 1508 by the royal charter of King Manuel I, the History of this archipelago's capital spans several centuries of traditions, culture and European ...
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Jan 28, 2024 · Construction which started in the beginning of 2023 is scheduled to be completed by September 2024. Development however is certainly a race against time and seeing recent images posted by Funchal Noticias could indicate that construction work might take a little longer than expected.
