City and chief town of the municipality, Santana is probably one of the most emblematic tourist areas in Madeira Island.
Characterized by its small thatched triangular houses, Santana is a beautiful village on the north coast of Madeira Island. These small houses built of natural stone and thatched with straw have served the locals for centuries as stables and dwellings. This region lives essentially from agriculture, craftwork and tradition. The mountainous landscapes are dominated by the lush green that characterizes the Laurissilva Forest, which was classified ‘World Heritage’ by the UNESCO
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