El Faro, Urban beach in Maspalomas, Spain.
Description
El Faro beach stretches 320 meters along the southern coast of Gran Canaria, featuring mixed sand and pebble surfaces with clear Atlantic waters and natural dune formations nearby.
History
The beach takes its name from the historic Maspalomas Lighthouse, constructed between 1884 and 1889 by engineer Juan León y Castillo and operational since February 1890.
Culture
El Faro serves as a cultural landmark representing Gran Canaria's maritime heritage, celebrated in local festivals that commemorate the island's seafaring traditions and ocean connections.
Practical
The beach operates with daily access from 10:30 to 17:00, offering 39 meters of width with nearby parking facilities and walking paths connecting to Maspalomas dunes.
Did you know?
El Faro uniquely combines a functional lighthouse still guiding maritime traffic with a recreational beach area, creating a rare blend of active navigation aid and tourist destination.
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