Caniçal
Caniçal, the easternmost village on Madeira, was once the center of the local whaling industry. Today, it is primarily a tourist hub offering whale watching opportunities and stunning landscapes, particularly on the rocky peninsula of Sao Lourenco.

🐳 Caniçal, the easternmost village on Madeira, was once the center of the local whaling industry.
🏞️ Today, it is primarily a tourist hub offering whale watching opportunities and stunning landscapes.

Why Go

🐋 Witness majestic whales migrating through the strait between Ponta de Sao Lourenço and Desertas.
🚶‍♀️ Explore the rocky peninsula of Sao Lourenco with its numerous cliffs and distant viewpoints.
🏛️ Visit the Museu da Baleia (Whaling Museum), housed in the old whaling company's offices.
🎬 Discover the filming location for scenes in John Huston's 1956 movie 'Moby Dick'.

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