A wooden walkway/bridge, with bright red handrails that veers off to the right past tall trees with a hint of the view below. This is just one small area of the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens in Madeira, Portugal. Originally belonging to a beautiful palace that became a famous hotel in the 18th century, the gardens are now open to the public and the palace is a museum. The garden itself is large and on multi-levels with exotic trees, flowers and ponds all linked with pathways such s you can see here.
Born in the South of England I now live half way up a mountain in Umbria, Italy. I work from my art studio looking out over fabulous views of the Italian countryside. I am so happy to share my artwork with you.
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