Festival of St. James the Lesser
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On the 1st May the city of Funchal pays homage to its patron saint, São Tiago Menor (St. James the Lesser).
The historical centre of Funchal, particularly around Rua de Santa Maria and Largo do Corpo Santo, becomes the venue for special entertainment in a festival involving traditional Madeiran celebrations; its climax is a procession in honour of the patron saint of Funchal.