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Places, landscapes and monuments that define the territory of each Canarian municipality.
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Archaeological site
3 pointsGuayadeque Archaeological Site
The Guayadeque archaeological site houses remains of the aboriginal Canarian culture and is one of the most important complexes on the islan…
Archaeological siteLa Guancha Archaeological Site
La Guancha is one of the main pre-Hispanic settlements in Gran Canaria, featuring remains of aboriginal dwellings and burials. It is key for…
Archaeological siteTara Archaeological Site
The Tara site is key to understanding the political and social organization of the ancient Canarians, featuring remains of dwellings and cer…
Beach
6 pointsAmadores Beach
Famous for its white sand and calm waters, Amadores Beach is ideal for families and one of the most popular destinations on Mogán's coast.
BeachLa Aldea Beach
La Aldea Beach is a pebble and dark sand beach, ideal for enjoying tranquility and spectacular sunsets.
BeachLas Canteras Beach
Las Canteras Beach is a long urban beach over two kilometers, known for its golden sand and lively promenade, symbolizing the city's cosmopo…
BeachLas Nieves Beach
Las Nieves Beach is a pebble beach next to the port, famous for its calm waters and views of the Dedo de Dios rock.
BeachPlaya del Inglés
Playa del Inglés is one of Gran Canaria's most famous beaches, known for its wide golden sands and lively tourist atmosphere.
BeachPuerto Rico Beach
This beach with calm waters and lively atmosphere is one of the main tourist centers in the southwest of Gran Canaria.
Botanical garden
2 pointsArucas Municipal Garden
The Arucas Municipal Garden hosts exotic and native plant species, serving as an emblematic green space in the town centre.
Botanical gardenCanarian Botanical Garden Viera y Clavijo
The Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden hosts a wide collection of endemic Canarian flora, serving as a key site for conservation and environme…
Building
2 pointsArehucas Distillery
Founded in 1884, the Arehucas Distillery is one of the oldest rum factories in the Canary Islands and offers guided tours to discover Arucas…
BuildingMaspalomas Lighthouse
The Maspalomas Lighthouse is an iconic 19th-century lighthouse marking the southern tip of the island and serving as a landmark for visitors…
Cave
4 pointsCave Dwellings of Artenara
The cave houses carved into volcanic tuff are a hallmark of the municipality and reflect the inhabitants' adaptation to their environment.
CaveGuayadeque Cave Dwellings
The cave dwellings in the Guayadeque Ravine are a living example of human adaptation and have been inhabited since pre-Hispanic times.
CaveGuayadeque Caves
The Guayadeque caves, some still inhabited, demonstrate the ancient Canarians' adaptation to their environment and cultural legacy.
CavePainted Cave
The Painted Cave is the most important rock art site in the Canary Islands, featuring pre-Hispanic geometric decorations in red, black, and…
Church
15 pointsChurch of Our Lady of Candelaria
Ingenio's main church stands out for its architecture and is a central point in the cultural and religious life of the municipality.
ChurchChurch of Our Lady of Candelaria
Moya's main church is an architectural and religious symbol, located in the heart of the municipality.
ChurchChurch of San Juan Bautista
The neo-Gothic Church of San Juan Bautista, built from local blue basalt, is the architectural symbol of Arucas and one of the most photogra…
ChurchChurch of San Juan Bautista
The Church of San Juan Bautista, located in Telde's historic center, stands out for its architecture and houses important sacred artworks.
ChurchChurch of San Miguel Arcángel
The Church of San Miguel Arcángel is the main religious building in the municipality, notable for its historical and architectural value.
ChurchChurch of San Sebastián of Agüimes
The Church of San Sebastián is a prominent historical and religious monument located in the heart of Agüimes' old town.
ChurchChurch of San Vicente Ferrer
The Church of San Vicente Ferrer is Valleseco's main religious temple, notable for its historical value and role in the municipality's cultu…
ChurchChurch of Santa Brígida
The Church of Santa Brígida is a landmark of the municipality, known for its neo-Gothic façade and its importance as a religious and cultura…
ChurchChurch of Santa Lucía
The Church of Santa Lucía is an emblematic temple of the municipality, known for its white façade and its role in local festivities.
ChurchChurch of Santa María de Guía
This neoclassical church houses original works by José Luján Pérez and is a heritage landmark of the municipality.
ChurchChurch of Santiago de Gáldar
The Church of Santiago de Gáldar is a striking neoclassical temple built in the 18th century, a religious and architectural symbol of the ci…
ChurchParish Church of San Mateo
The Parish Church of San Mateo is a religious and architectural symbol of the municipality, notable for its façade and importance in local l…
ChurchSan Roque Church
San Roque Church is the main religious temple in Firgas, notable for its simple façade and its importance during local festivities.
ChurchSanctuary of Our Lady of the Pine
The Sanctuary of the Pine is the main pilgrimage center in Gran Canaria and a religious landmark in the archipelago.
ChurchSanta Ana Cathedral
Santa Ana Cathedral is the city's main religious building and an architectural icon, located in the heart of Vegueta and built between the 1…
Fountain
2 pointsAguanueva Mineral Spring
The Aguanueva Mineral Spring is famous for its mineral waters and has been a traditional meeting point in Teror.
FountainFirgas Fountain
The Firgas Fountain, located on the Gran Canaria Promenade, is a symbol of the municipality and pays tribute to the importance of water in l…
Hermitage
1 pointsHistoric centre
20 pointsAgaete Old Town
Agaete's old town preserves traditional Canarian architecture and is the cultural and social heart of the municipality.
Historic centreFirgas Historic Center
Firgas' historic center preserves traditional Canarian architecture and is the cultural and social heart of the municipality.
Historic centreHistoric Center of Agüimes
The historic center of Agüimes stands out for its careful restoration and serves as a model of urban rehabilitation in the Canary Islands.
Historic centreHistoric Center of Gáldar
Gáldar's historic center preserves cobbled streets, squares, and emblematic buildings reflecting its past as a pre-Hispanic and colonial cap…
Historic centreHistoric Center of Ingenio
The historic center of Ingenio preserves traditional Canarian architecture and reflects the legacy of the sugar mills from the 16th and 17th…
Historic centreHistoric Center of La Aldea
The historic center of La Aldea de San Nicolás preserves traditional Canarian architecture and is the social and cultural heart of the munic…
Historic centreHistoric Center of Mogán
The traditional core of Mogán preserves Canarian architecture and a rural atmosphere, representing the municipality's agricultural heritage.
Historic centreHistoric Center of Santa Lucía
The historic center of Santa Lucía preserves traditional architecture and is the cultural heart of the municipality, reflecting its agricult…
Historic centreHistoric Center of Tejeda
The historic center of Tejeda preserves traditional Canarian architecture and is an ideal place to discover local culture and gastronomy.
Historic centreHistoric Center of Teror
Teror's historic center stands out for its traditional houses with wooden balconies and picturesque atmosphere.
Historic centreHistoric Center of Tunte
The historic center of Tunte, the municipal capital, preserves traditional Canarian architecture and serves as a starting point for routes t…
Historic centreHistoric Center of Valleseco
The historic center of Valleseco preserves traditional Canarian architecture and reflects the municipality's rural identity, surrounded by g…
Historic centreHistoric Center of Valsequillo
Valsequillo's historic center preserves traditional Canarian architecture and is the cultural and social heart of the municipality.
Historic centreHistoric Center of Vega de San Mateo
The historic center of Vega de San Mateo preserves traditional Canarian architecture and is a cultural landmark on the island.
Historic centreHistoric Centre of Arucas
The historic centre of Arucas stands out for its cobbled streets and stately homes, reflecting the town's agricultural wealth and economic b…
Historic centreHistoric Centre of Moya
Moya's historic centre stands out for its traditional atmosphere and Canarian architecture, reflecting the municipality's agricultural histo…
Historic centreHistoric Centre of Santa María de Guía
The historic centre of Santa María de Guía stands out for its traditional Canarian architecture and is the birthplace of sculptor José Luján…
Historic centreHistoric Quarter of San Francisco
The San Francisco district in Telde preserves traditional Canarian architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries, making it one of Gran Cana…
Historic centreSanta Brígida Historic Quarter
Santa Brígida's historic quarter stands out for its traditional Canarian architecture and peaceful atmosphere, reflecting the municipality's…
Historic centreVegueta - Historic Quarter
Vegueta is the founding core of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with cobbled streets, Santa Ana Cathedral, and the Columbus House, reflecting ce…
Museum
4 pointsColumbus House
The Columbus House is a museum dedicated to the city's history and Christopher Columbus's voyages, located in a landmark mansion in Vegueta.
MuseumEthnographic Cave Museum
This museum showcases traditional life in Artenara’s cave houses, displaying objects and customs of its former inhabitants.
MuseumMuseum of Stones and Crafts
This museum is a reference point for Ingenio's industrial heritage, showcasing the history of sugar cane and the local embroidery tradition.
MuseumTomás Morales House Museum
The Tomás Morales House Museum is Moya's main cultural landmark and preserves the birthplace of the renowned modernist poet.
Natural park
4 pointsAccess to Tamadaba Natural Park
From Valleseco, you can access areas of the Tamadaba Natural Park, one of Gran Canaria's most important protected areas, known for its pine…
Natural parkBandama Caldera
The Bandama Caldera is an impressive volcanic crater nearly four kilometers in diameter, renowned for its geological and scenic value in Gra…
Natural parkCharco de La Aldea
Charco de La Aldea is a protected coastal lagoon, a habitat for migratory birds and the setting for the popular Charco festival.
Natural parkMaspalomas Dunes
The Maspalomas Dunes are the largest dune ecosystem in the Canary Islands and a natural icon of southern Gran Canaria, protected as a Specia…
Other
2 pointsFlor de Guía Cheese
Flor de Guía cheese, made from sheep's milk and vegetable rennet, is a gastronomic product with Protected Designation of Origin and a symbol…
OtherSan Mateo Market
San Mateo Market is the largest agricultural market in the midlands of Gran Canaria, where local farmers sell fresh produce every Sunday.
Port
2 pointsPuerto de Las Nieves
Puerto de Las Nieves is Agaete's main port and one of the most picturesque in Gran Canaria, known for its white houses, maritime atmosphere,…
PortPuerto de Mogán
Known as the 'Venice of the Canaries', this port stands out for its canals, bridges, and picturesque atmosphere, making it one of the main t…
Ravine
12 pointsAgaete Valley
Agaete Valley stands out for its humid microclimate and is the only place in the Canary Islands where commercial-quality coffee is grown, al…
RavineBarranco de la Aldea
Barranco de la Aldea is one of the deepest and most spectacular ravines in Gran Canaria, crossing volcanic landscapes and pine forests.
RavineBarranco de La Aldea
Barranco de La Aldea is one of the longest ravines in Gran Canaria, vital for local agriculture and biodiversity.
RavineBarranco de la Virgen
Barranco de la Virgen is a valley with lush laurel and pine forests, representative of the humid microclimate of northern Gran Canaria.
RavineFataga Ravine
The Fataga Ravine is a spectacular volcanic gorge, famous for its dramatic landscapes and traditional palm groves.
RavineGuayadeque Ravine
The Guayadeque Ravine is one of Gran Canaria's richest archaeological sites, famous for its inhabited caves and pre-Hispanic remains.
RavineGuayadeque Ravine
The Guayadeque Ravine is a spectacular natural gorge known for its caves and archaeological and historical significance.
RavineMogán Ravine
This ravine crosses the municipality from inland to the coast, offering spectacular landscapes and hiking routes among palm groves and farmi…
RavineMoya Ravine
The Moya Ravine is a deep gorge with subtropical vegetation and native species such as dragon trees and tree ferns.
RavineSan Miguel Ravine
The San Miguel Ravine is a notable natural area with lush vegetation and hiking trails, representing the midland landscape.
RavineTelde Ravine
The Telde Ravine was the scene of indigenous resistance to the Castilian conquest and is an important natural and cultural site in the munic…
RavineTirajana Ravine
The Tirajana Ravine is a deep agricultural valley running through the municipality, notable for its fertile plains and palm groves.
Rock formation
5 pointsDedo de Dios
Dedo de Dios is an iconic rock formation off the coast of Agaete, serving as a natural symbol of the municipality.
Rock formationFortaleza Castle
Fortaleza Castle is an impressive rock formation that served as a pre-Hispanic refuge and a key landmark in Santa Lucía de Tirajana.
Rock formationRoque Bentayga
An impressive rock formation of great scenic and archaeological value, considered sacred by the ancient Canarians.
Rock formationRoque Bentayga
Roque Bentayga is a sacred rock for the ancient inhabitants of Gran Canaria, notable for its archaeological and scenic value at the island's…
Rock formationRoque Nublo
Roque Nublo is an impressive 80-meter-high basalt monolith, a natural symbol of Gran Canaria and one of the island's most iconic landscapes.
Square
4 pointsPlaza del Pino
Plaza del Pino is the social heart of Teror and hosts the traditional Sunday market of local products.
SquarePlaza Grande
Plaza Grande is the social heart of the municipality, surrounded by historic buildings and a meeting point for events and celebrations.
SquareSan Juan Square
San Juan Square is the social and cultural heart of Telde, surrounded by historic buildings and a popular meeting place for locals.
SquareSantiago Square
Santiago Square is the social heart of Gáldar, surrounded by palm trees and historic buildings. It serves as a meeting point and hosts tradi…
Urban park
2 pointsViewpoint
11 pointsArucas Mountain Viewpoint
From the Arucas Mountain Viewpoint, visitors enjoy panoramic views of the municipality, the north coast of Gran Canaria, and, on clear days,…
ViewpointBandama Viewpoint
The Bandama Viewpoint offers panoramic views over the Bandama Caldera and northeastern Gran Canaria, making it an ideal spot to observe the…
ViewpointCruz de Tejeda Viewpoint
The Cruz de Tejeda Viewpoint offers panoramic views of the caldera and the rocks, serving as a landmark for visitors to the summit.
ViewpointEl Helechal Viewpoint
El Helechal Viewpoint offers panoramic views of Valsequillo's agricultural and mountainous landscapes, ideal for sightseeing and photography…
ViewpointGran Canaria Promenade
The Gran Canaria Promenade is famous for its hydraulic murals and mosaics depicting the municipalities of the Canary Islands, and is the mai…
ViewpointLa Cruz Viewpoint
La Cruz Viewpoint offers panoramic views of the valleys and mountains of Valleseco, making it an ideal spot to appreciate the municipality's…
ViewpointLa Vista Viewpoint
La Vista Viewpoint offers spectacular panoramas of the midlands and peaks of Gran Canaria, making it an ideal spot to observe the rural land…
ViewpointMirador del Balcón Viewpoint
Mirador del Balcón offers stunning views of the western cliffs of Gran Canaria and the so-called 'dragon's tail' formation.
ViewpointMontaña Alta Viewpoint
From the Montaña Alta Viewpoint, you get panoramic views of northern Gran Canaria and the rural landscapes of the municipality.
ViewpointTeror Viewpoint
The Teror Viewpoint offers panoramic views of the municipality and its natural surroundings, ideal for enjoying the scenery.
ViewpointUnamuno Viewpoint
This viewpoint offers some of the best panoramic views of Gran Canaria’s highlands and features a sculpture dedicated to Miguel de Unamuno,…