Santa Maria de Colombo is a replica of Christopher Columbus's flagship, built in Madeira by a Dutchman and local craftsmen. The construction took a year, finishing in 1998. Visitors can experience the feeling of Columbus's journey into the unknown on this magnificent vessel. Columbus, born in Genoa in 1451, is credited with discovering America while searching for a westward route to Asia. His expeditions led to the encounter with the Bahamas and other Caribbean islands. The Santa Maria de Colombo offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore history firsthand.