This photo shows two great works in Funchal maid for two big names of arts and architecture in the world.

The statue, designed by the Lagoa Henriques, is the Empress Elizabeth, better known as Sissi, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which came to Madeira twice. Although there are other interpretations, came for the first time in November 1860 for health reasons. The island was known as therapy office, with a favorable climate for the treatment of tuberculosis.

The life of Sissi finally became a myth.

This statue in bronze and naturtal in size, is a tribute the city of Funchal.

As for the building, besides being a flagship hotel of the city, the Pestana Casino Park, built in the gardens where Sissi was there, is a result of the pencil of Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer.

The Pacif Dream cruise ship came to Madeira all friday with tourists, much of them are from Portugal. A few are from my island, named Madeira, and the others are from continental territory. But, in this Pullmantur's ship, there are passengers from others countries.

In this photo I show a different perspective to see the ship and Funchal bay.

A different view from Largo António Nobre for the most emblematic hotel in Funchal, the Reid's Palace

An easy way to clean the city

Partial view of Funchal from Quinta Vigia, official residence of president regional government