View of Risco Waterfall and the valley

View of Risco Waterfall and the valley

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View of Risco Waterfall and the valley

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Parque Natural da Madeira

Location: Calheta

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April 16, 2024

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From the Levada you have a beautiful view down into the valley

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MichaelNT

September 3, 2024

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The best view is from the balcony of the Risco Hut with a delicious sandwich.

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Thomas 🖤💚

April 15, 2025

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On the Levada path itself, you don't really notice the surroundings you are in; it is only when the dense greenery reveals a view that you become aware of it!

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