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The Fortress of São Tiago, located above the seafront in the Zona Velha, was erected to defend the city of Funchal from corsair attacks.

The São Bento Fort was built in 1708 to protect the coast from corsair attacks. Today, this historic building houses a Tourist Information Office.

São Fernando Fort, located above Santa Cruz Beach, was built in the 18th century to defend the coastline of this region.

The Reis Magos Fort was built in the 18th century to defend the coastline. It is located near Reis Magos Beach, enjoying a beautiful landscape.

Located in the São João Baptista Fort, the Castelo do Pico Viewpoint makes the most of the strategic position of this fortification.

Madeira's monuments reflect the cultural, architectural and artistic wealth of six centuries of history.

Located in a strategic seafront area, this space bears witness to the importance of coastal defence at a time when the archipelago was vital to Atlantic trade.