Montaña de Ajódar, Volcanic summit in Las Palmas, Spain.
Montaña de Ajódar is a volcanic peak in Las Palmas featuring a cone-shaped form with a crater opening toward the northeast. The summit reaches roughly 434 meters in elevation, and volcanic rock fragments scatter around its lower slopes.
The area was inhabited by the Guanche people before Europeans arrived in the Canary Islands, leaving traces of early settlements. The landscape reflects this long presence before colonial times reshaped the region.
The mountain serves as a natural landmark woven into daily life and local identity in the region. People view it as a defining feature of their surroundings and a connection to the natural landscape around them.
Trails lead to the summit from parking areas and require sturdy shoes for the uneven volcanic ground. Bring water and plan extra time, as there are no facilities or shelter on the mountain.
Above 350 meters (1,150 feet), humidity creates a special microclimate that supports rare plant species like Euphorbia aphylla. This botanical distinctiveness makes the mountain a remarkable site for those interested in local plant life.
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