Ribeira Brava on Sundays with Sandro Vicente (With Transfer)

Explore the village of Ribeira Brava, from its geological origins to its role in Portuguese maritime expansion, in an authentic way.

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   Ribeira Brava

   3 hours

   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.

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.