Contrast offers intense and sharp experiences. In Sofia’s Place you breath the local community spirit and culture in a sophisticated and cosmopolitan accommodation, in the heart of one of the most exclusive, dreamy and romantic places around. As Jardim do Mar itself, Sofia's Place offers the local and the universal, the unique and the diverse, the rural environment and the urbane comfort. Sofia was born in the pitoresque village. And as roots are kept intact, Jardim do Mar became more cosmopolitan as it attracted artists (writers, poets, painters), surfers and nature and tranquility lovers from all over.

Sunday, 23 September 2012

Old Madeira (4)


Basic carriages of wood, mounted on wooden runners, lubricated with grease and pulled at a sedate pace by oxen. These "carros de bois" were, legend has it, said to have been introduced to the island by a British Army Officer who required a means of transport for his invalid wife. It was then used for tourism purposes in the 20th century (until at least the 70's).

More information and pictures:
The Madeiran Sleigh Ride Without Snow
Carros de bois (sleigh pulled by oxen)
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