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Here's Why Madeira Was Just Named The Best Island In Europe [PHOTOS]

Jill Comoletti,Jennifer PollandAug 6, 2014, 21:00 IST

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Madeira Island was just named the best island in Europe for the second year in a row by the World Travel Awards.

Madeira, which is part of Portugal, is an archipelago of small islands located in the Atlantic Ocean about 350 miles from Morocco. It is made up of the islands of Madeira, Porto Santo, and the Desertas.

With incredible natural pools carved out of lava rocks, gorgeous cliffs overlooking the ocean, and charming towns, it's no wonder that Madeira is considered the top European island.