The lizards take over the island of the levadas!


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August 18th 2017
Published: December 30th 2017
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The island of the levadas - that pretty much sums up a big part of the hiking trail network on Madeira. These water carrying, tunnel passing, the fields irrigating, hiker pleasing channels, formerly built by slaves, are a sight itself and should be at least one part of any Madeira itinerary. We saw several of them - Levada dos Balcoes, from Ribeiro Frio to Portela, the Levada do Norte to Cabo Gira... Read Full Entry



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Levada do Norte: the levada crosses a street Levada do Norte: the levada crosses a street
Levada do Norte: the levada crosses a street

It is easy to take a wrong turn at this particular point of the levada tour, as one has to go uphill, not downhill. This part of the levada is covered. Also, it is a remarkably narrow and steep sloped street.



30th December 2017

Aaah - one of my favourite islands in the world.
I'm pleased to hear that the lizards are still around. They're just one little feature that makes this such a unique place. I've been many times (most recently with my wife on an anniversary trip - https://www.travelblog.org/Europe/Portugal/Madeira/Funchal/blog-712442.html) and your blog makes me want to return. Maybe one day...
27th January 2018

Thanks!
Thanks, Mike, for your comment! Madeira is a lovely island and, even though it was a spontaneous decision for us to go there, I would definitely come back ☺ I also had a look at your blog entry and enjoyed the pictures ?

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