Güigüi, Protected beach reserve in La Aldea de San Nicolás, Spain
Güigüi is a protected nature reserve on the coast of La Aldea de San Nicolás featuring black sand beaches, steep cliffs, and deep ravines. The landscape combines rugged terrain with isolated coves and a dramatic mix of coastal and mountainous features.
The area contains one of Spain's oldest volcanic tube formations and served as a significant battle site during the Spanish conquest of Gran Canaria. The landscape reflects deep geological history intertwined with the island's early settlement.
Archaeological sites near Hogarzales Mountain reveal ancient settlements and artifacts from the aboriginal inhabitants of Gran Canaria.
Access to the beaches happens either through a two-hour marked hiking trail or by boat from neighboring coastal areas. The hike requires good physical fitness and proper preparation for the rough terrain.
The area harbors around 250 plant species, with several found nowhere else like the endemic Andén Verde heartleaf and the cabezote. These exclusive species make the reserve a destination of botanical interest for nature observers.
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