HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsMiradouro Pico Dos Barcelos
Portugal
One of the best viewpoints of Funchal offering a panoramic view of all the city.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Mee-rah-doh-roo Pee-koo dooz Bar-seh-looz, perhaps the most comprehensive vantage point for understanding the urban geography of Foon-shal. Perched at an altitude of 355 meters above sea level, this viewpoint…
Listen in the app2The Eastern Sector — Port and Old Town
Gaze toward the east, following the coastline to where the massive cruise ships are docked. This is the heart of Foon-shal's maritime economy. …
Listen in the app3The Mountain Backdrop — Pico do Arieiro and the High Peaks
Turning to the north, the urban landscape gives way to the dramatic, jagged peaks of Madeira's interior. On a clear day, you can see the summit of Pee-koo do Ah-ree-ay-roo, the island's third-highest peak. …
Listen in the app4The Western View — Cabo Girao and the Lido
Looking west along the coast, your eye is immediately drawn to the massive silhouette of Kah-boo Zee-roun. At 580 meters high, it is one of the highest sea cliffs in the world. …
Listen in the app5The Modern Plateau — Architecture and Amenities
The viewpoint itself is a piece of modern architecture designed to harmonize with the surroundings. The 2016 renovation replaced the older, more cramped terrace with a series of wide, multi-level plateaus connected by accessible…
Listen in the app6The Southern Horizon — The Desertas Islands
Looking straight out to sea, toward the south-southeast, you will often see a trio of long, low islands on the horizon. These are the Dez-er-tash Islands—Chão, Deserta Grande, and Bugio. …
Listen in the app7Sunset and the City of Lights
If you have the opportunity to visit Pico dos Barcelos as evening approaches, you will witness one of the island's most beautiful transformations. As the sun dips below the western cliffs, the city of Foon-shal begins to sparkle. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our time at the Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos, I hope you have gained a new perspective on the city of Foon-shal. We have surveyed the historic port, the modern Lido, the jagged high peaks, and the mysterious…
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What is Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos?
Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos is a place in Portugal with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 32.6587, -16.9395 |
| Last updated |
