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valleys. The volcanic soil and the mild climate are credited for the

abundance of lush and multicolored vegetation. Along the center of the

island runs a mountain chain with spectacular tiers of green beauty .

Madeira is renowned for its superb embroidery, which carries the island's

name, as does the wine, which many feel ranks among the world's best.

The ship is scheduled to dock in Funchal. The center of town is

approximately 15 minutes on foot. Taxis are generally available at the

pier. Be sure to agree on the fare before setting out.

Madeira's most obvious souvenir is the wine that bears its name.

Embroidery, wickerwork and ceramics are equally popular buys. A folk

percussion instrument, called the quinho and decorated with traditional

dolls, is also nice souvenir. Many shops observe siesta time between

12:30 3:30 June 3 is a holiday and most shops will be

Espetada is beef grilled over a fire of laurel twigs. Fish is the

mainstay of the local diet, with the espada (scabbard fish) considered

the best. Afternoon tea at Reid's Hotel is still a fashionable

thing to do. Taste some of the famous Madeira wine that comes in four

varieties: Sercial, golden and dry; Verdelho, slightly sweeter; Boal, a

semi-sweet dessert wine; and Malvasia (Malmsey), a sweet after-dinner

Quinta das Cruzes. Madeira's discoverer, Zarco, is believed to

have lived in this house. Now a museum, it displays furniture and

paintings and is surrounded by fabulous gardens with magnificent

Se Cathedral. The cathedral's stunning design features white

stucco with contrasting black basalt and red tufa rock; the ceiling is

inlaid with ivory.

Mercado dos Lavradores. Visit this colorful market during the

morning to see the flower vendors and fish and produce stands.

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