- Here’s a summary of what I found out about Virtudes, a neighbourhood in the parish of São Martinho, Funchal (Madeira), plus some interesting local features. If you like, I can map spots, show recent photos, or dive deeper into history.What is Virtudes

Virtudes is a locality/neighborhood (“sítio das Virtudes”) within the larger civil parish of São Martinho, in the municipality of Funchal, Madeira. Mapcarta+1


São Martinho covers a swath of southwestern Funchal, including many localities. Virtudes is one of these. Wikipedia+1
Geography & Access

Virtudes sits inland a bit from the main southern coastline but is well-connected. Key roads (e.g., Caminho das Virtudes / Rua das Virtudes) give access to local services. Ruas+1


Nearby is the Estádio do Marítimo (Stadium), Capela de Nossa Senhora da Nazaré, and local amenities like small shops and cafes. Mapcarta+2Ruas+2
History & Cultural Points

The parish of São Martinho was created on 3rd March 1579 by royal decree, being carved from São Pedro. Virtudes, along with other localities, has been part of São Martinho since those early times. funchal.pt+2elucidariomadeirense.pt+2


The area had agricultural estates (“quintas”) historically, some with private chapels. For example, the Quinta das Virtudes had a chapel dedicated to Nossa Senhora das Virtudes. arquipelagos.pt+1


There is a chapel of Santa Ana in Virtudes (Caminho das Virtudes with Rua 4 de Abril) built in 1780. It is in disrepair and there are concerns about its preservation. Funchal Notícias
Demographics & Parish Info (São Martinho)

Area of São Martinho parish: approx 7.95 km². Wikipedia


Population (2011): ~26,482 people. Wikipedia


São Martinho includes many localities: e.g. Ajuda, Amparo, Areeiro, Casa Branca, Nazaré, Pico de São Martinho, Virtudes, etc. Wikipedia+2Wikipédia+2