Fun facts about Funchal
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Funchal was named after the abundant wild fennel that grew in the area.
Funchal
Portugal
Funchal, officially City of Funchal, is the capital, largest city and a municipality in Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, making it the sixth largest city in Portugal.
From the “Etymology” section
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Funchal became an important transfer point for European commercial interests in the early 15th century.
Funchal
Portugal
Funchal, officially City of Funchal, is the capital, largest city and a municipality in Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, making it the sixth largest city in Portugal.
From the “History” section
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Funchal is the warmest city in Portugal, with an annual average temperature of 20.0 °C (68.0 °F).
Funchal
Portugal
Funchal, officially City of Funchal, is the capital, largest city and a municipality in Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, making it the sixth largest city in Portugal.
From the “Geography” section
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Funchal's airport was once considered one of the most dangerous airports in the world due to its proximity to cliffs.
Funchal
Portugal
Funchal, officially City of Funchal, is the capital, largest city and a municipality in Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, making it the sixth largest city in Portugal.
From the “Transportation” section
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Since 2011, Funchal has hosted the 'ArT of opEN doors project' to promote art and culture in the Old Town.
Funchal
Portugal
Funchal, officially City of Funchal, is the capital, largest city and a municipality in Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. The city has a population of 105,795, making it the sixth largest city in Portugal.
From the “Street art” section
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