Fuente de los Azulejos, Rock formation in Gran Canaria, Spain.
Fuente de los Azulejos is a rock formation in Gran Canaria displaying layers of stone in various colors that resemble traditional ceramic tiles. The structure features distinct mineral compositions that create natural bands of red, yellow, white, and green throughout the entire formation.
This formation developed over millions of years through hydrothermal alteration of volcanic rock. Mineral oxidation and weathering processes shaped the characteristic colored structure visible today.
Local residents named this formation after Portuguese and Spanish decorative tiles because the stone surfaces display similar patterns and colors. The name reflects how much the colored layers resemble handcrafted ceramic work.
The formation is accessible through marked paths starting from the nearby parking area and can be explored on foot. Morning hours provide the best viewing conditions as the light emphasizes the colors of the stone layers.
The natural color patterns were not created by artificial coloring but developed from different minerals deposited in the rock layers over long periods. This makes each section of the formation unique in its mineral composition and coloring.
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