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The Calheta district has had a vast amount of improvements in its infrastructure, in particular the new highways giving easy access to the whole of the island.

Calheta : Simply enchanting! Blessed with rare natural beauty, the region of Calheta includes eight parishes namely Arco da Calheta, Calheta, Estreito da Calheta, Faja da Ovelha, Jardim do Mar, Paul do Mar, Ponta do Pargo and Prazeres spread over a total area of 116 square kilometres.

Whether you walk along by the sea or hike in the steep mountains or descend down to the valleys, you will enjoy the many wonders of nature surrounding you. One could describe this area as mountain peaks, sloping valleys and lush vegetation make this agricultural village an interesting stop over.

The sky spreads before you like a canvas in tones of blue and the beauty of the sea with its crystal waters attracts your eyes and invites you to take a swim when the heat can be felt with greater intensity. In order to provide you with some knowledge of the history of this area, here are a few facts related to each of the parishes of the Calheta district, the largest of the Archipelago of Madeira. This is one of the oldest parishes of the island was one of the first to be explored by the primitive colonizers. Founded on the 1st of June 1502 by Royal Decree from Dom Manuel the Virtuous, the Municipal Assembly of the region stipulated that the town’s anniversary should be celebrated on the 24th of June, this day coinciding with the St. John’s celebrations. Besides its attractive location, surrounded by rocks and almost caressing the ocean, Calheta – which actually means ‘small beach’ in Portuguese – has an old sugar cane factory, founded in 1901 and still producing sugar cane honey and ‘aguardente’ (sugar cane spirit or Firewater) an essential ingredient of the typical Madeiran drink 'Poncha' distilled at the "Engenhos da Calheta" (distillery). Calheta is also famous for the wide variety of fish to be found in its coastal waters. Recently, a new visitors’ attraction was added to this enchanting place by the sea. The Art Centre of Casa das Mudas, where alternating high-quality exhibitions will be on display, is an ambitious architectural project designed in complete harmony with its surroundings.

Arco da Calheta : Founded in 1572, the parish of Arco da Calheta is set between the mountains and got its name from the surrounding hills and its proximity to the parish of Calheta. After the discovery of the island this parish was one of the first to be submitted to huge agricultural explorations, giving origin to extensive lands with noble houses, chapels and cultivated areas.

The busiest time of the year is the 7th and the 8th of September when the parish celebrates its annual procession and a fair to honour the patron saint São Braz.

Estreito : The way the land slopes means that there is always a view for everybody. Many homes and cottages are dotted about the landscape and most of them cultivate some form of fruit or vegetable - either for subsistence farming or for large scale production such as wine or sugar cane processing. Estreito da Calheta is classic countryside and the cottages draw upon the traditions and colours of the region. The most notable characteristic of the area is its lush green and flowery countryside and the tranquillity and charm of nature.

Jardim do Mar : A small parish by the sea, between Estreito da Calheta and Paul do Mar. Features a beautiful Gothic style, church. Jardim do Mar (literally ‘garden of the sea’) was first under the authority of Prazeres and Paul do Mar, gaining its independence in the 18th century.

Its name originates in the transition between steep slopes without vegetation and a wonderful green seaside resort that was once covered with a mantle of wild flowers. Surrounded by the sea and cloaked by the mountains, this parish preserves the tranquillity of the old days, of which the old narrow streets and low-level houses with different shapes of chimneys still bear witness.

Jardim do Mar became the island’s meeting point for the international surfing community. Due to its location, the Madeira archipelago is a privileged spot to receive swells of the North Atlantic and has all sorts of waves, from point breaks to reef breaks.

Ponta do Pargo : The westernmost point of Madeira island is well known for its strategic located lighthouse. Here agriculture and cattle rising is the main activity, beautiful green land scenery. Ponta do Pargo´s name came from its location on the extreme coastal west point (Ponta) and for being rich in a species of fish called 'pargo'.

Due to its plane terrain this is a very distinguished area on Madeira Island. Tranquil and peculiar, this parish maintains its charm almost all year round, becoming especially alive when religious festivals occur. Another event that makes it shine is the ‘Apple Festival’ (Festa do Pêro).

Fajã da Ovelha : As most of the parishes on the island, this village developed from a big concentration of population around a small chapel.
The narrow sleepy tracks and alleys that criss-cross the village with its typical houses and beautiful gardens will enchant the curious visitor.
Part of the village is sitting on a rock, of which traditions says that it is protected by Saint Amaro so that Fajã da Ovelha doesn't fall onto the village of Paul do Mar lying below at the sea side.

Prazeres : The name of this parish originates from a small chapel dedicated to 'Our Lady of Prazeres'. Blessed by Mother Nature with an amazing beauty, this village is without any doubt one of the most picturesque of the island!

This small village also offers the delights of a parish run zoo, herb garden and tea house. Well worth a visit and very well looked after. The entire parish is sitting on an enormous terrace from where you can enjoy breathtaking views over the ocean and the surrounding area. Don’t just drive by, make a stop and take some moments to delight at this amazing scenery.

Paul do Mar: Paul do Mar is one of the most important fishing centres of the archipelago. The ocean provides this parish with an incredibly rich variety of fish, to such an extent that it has become a reference in the world of gastronomy. Until the late 1960s you could only access this fishing village by boat and for the next thirty years the only way to go down there was very slowly and carefully on a dangerous road. Fortunately the new road did not do any damage to the romantic aspect of the village and everywhere you go you can be sure to find peace, authenticity and tranquillity. Going out of Paul do Mar through one