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Basket Carts Route
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Basket Carts Route

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Over time, Madeira’s basket carts have become one of the archipelago’s most famous calling cards. They provide visitors with an experience that is not only memorable, but certainly inimitable. These unique vehicles were created in the 19th century, when they were used as a means of public transport by the population of the parish of…

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The Madeira Botanical Garden – Eng.º Rui Vieira is a Portuguese botanical garden, located in the city of Funchal, Madeira. It is composed of several botanical species, more than 2,500 plants, coming from all continents that coexist in harmony with around 200 indigenous species of the Region.
These unique vehicles were created in the 19th century, when they were used as a means of public transport by the population of the parish of Monte, located at an altitude of around 500 metres, to get down to the city of Funchal more quickly. Today, they are one of the region’s landmarks.
Madeira’s internationally famous basket carts are handcrafted from wicker and wood by skilled craftsmen and carpenters. Madeira’s internationally famous basket carts are made from wicker and wood by skilled craftsmen and trained carpenters.
The Madeira basket cart route is two kilometers long and takes about 10 minutes to complete. It starts in the parish of Monte and heads towards Funchal, ending in the town of Livramento. In addition to the adrenaline rush and excitement, this trip offers a panoramic view of the capital of Madeira, with the ocean in the background.

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