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- Funchal (1981 pop., 48,638) is the capital city of !PORTUGAL!Portugal~'s
- !MADEIRA!Madeira Islands~ in the Atlantic Ocean. Situated on the south
- shore of Madeira Island it is a center of commerce,
- communications, and industry. It is also a scenic port and a
- winter resort. The city was founded in 1421 by Portuguese
- explorers. In the old sector is the Se, a 15th-century
- cathedral.
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