Why choose this Madeira tour ?
In the Tour “Ribeira Brava: The Barn of the First Atlantic City” we will embark on a journey starting with the formation of the planet Earth, passing through the particularities of the Madeira archipelago and its settlement by the Portuguese. The valley and buildings of Ribeira Brava’s Historical Center will serve as didactic material to observe scientific, historical, and cultural specificities.
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What makes Ribeira Brava: The barn of the first atlantic city – Private Tour a unique experience ?
1) Introduction to the geological formation and characteristics of the Madeira Archipelago;
2) Description of the flash floods that occurred in Madeira Island;
3) Interpretation of spatial planning of Ribeira Brava village;
4) Observation in situ of quaternary alluvial deposits and subaerial lava flows;
5) Synthesis about Madeira’s settlement;
6) Engineering particularities of the manor house of Captain Luis Gonçalves Silva;
7) Observation of one of the Portuguese’s Global Heritage Stones;
8) Sugar cane mills and their relation to the socio-economic evolution of Madeira;
9) Observation of the Portuguese-pavement style and the Madeiran-pavement style applied in the Town Hall building;
10) Resume about the foundation of the Ribeira Brava Municipality;
11) Visit and experience a local grocery store for a typical drink;
12) Analysis of the macroscopic characteristics of the geological materials used in houses construction;
13) Visit the local market of Ribeira Brava.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Ribeira Brava: The barn of the first atlantic city – Private Tour
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Vicente GeoTours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Atlantic/Madeira.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 10 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
