Description

It resulted from a large rock avalanche-type detachment from the top of a slope, which occurred about 3.7 million years ago. Today, it is well known not only for its beauty, but essentially for its history.

This place, of extraordinary beauty, presents particularities that make it a true treasure, not only regionally, but also nationally and internationally.

Unique characteristics regarding its geological and physical formation, landscape and climate, its administrative and geographical location, its history, the excellence of its agriculture, its built and archaeological heritage, the relevance and status of its owners throughout the ages, and also the personalities who passed through here.

The awareness of the historical importance of Fajã dos Padres is recognized, not only by the preservation of its heritage, landscape and environment, but also by the maintenance and preservation of traditional cultural customs and traditions of the island of Madeira, linked to agriculture, livestock and fishing, which from a tourism point of view are very attractive.