Curral das Freiras

This small village surrounded by mountains got its name (Nun’s Valley) due to the fact that in 1566 the nuns of the Santa Clara Convent sought refuge here from pirates attacking Funchal. The biggest attraction in Curral das Freiras is the Chestnut Festival. This nut is plentiful here and is used in several local delicacies like cakes, puddings and liqueurs.

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