Machico (Sanitary Station of) / Machico (Estação sanitária de)

In addition to the special conditions that make this location a preferred place to spend the summer season, it should also be considered an excellent health resort. The pleasantness of a cool and temperate climate, the beautiful bathing beach, and the renowned therapeutic waters of São Roque recommend it as the most valuable health resort in the archipelago after Porto Santo. The natural beauty of the beautiful valley on which the picturesque village is situated, the ease of taking short excursions to the lovely village of Santa Cruz and the charming parish of Santo da Serra, boat trips to Caniçal, Prainha, and Ponta de São Lourenço, a permanent and comfortable hotel, rental houses, and fast and frequent communications with the city of Funchal, etc. etc..