What is so special about Stairway to Heaven?
What is so special about Stairway to Heaven? In seven minutes and 55 seconds, “Stairway” traversed all the sonic hallmarks that defined Led Zeppelin's sound – from fairytale acoustic folk, to sex-laden swampy grooves, and, ultimately, braying, blues-based hard rock – and delivers them with dire, Tolkien-worthy, medieval urgency.
Where is Stairway to Heaven in Madeira?
This formidable high-level traverse links Pico do Arieiro (1,818m) the island's third-highest mountain, and Pico Ruivo (1,862m), the highest one. It´s famous for its stupendous drops and panoramas on all sides. I must admit there is an immediate sense of exposure.