FUNCHAL

(fyn-shal’), the capita}. of the Island of Madeira, situated on, a bay on the south coast. It stretches: for nearly a mile along the shore, and presents a thoroughly European appearance. It is a coaling-station for steamers, and is much resorted to by invalids afflicted with pulmonary complaints. There is a substantial trade in wines. It has a broadcasting: station (24 M.; 0:05 kw.). Pop. 24,687.