Barranco de Las Vacas, Natural gorge in Agüimes, Spain.
Description
Barranco de Las Vacas is a canyon with red volcanic rock formations located in Agüimes on Gran Canaria's eastern side. The steep walls create a dramatic ravine carved by water and wind erosion over thousands of years.
History
The Guanche people used this gorge as a shelter and water source during their early settlement of Gran Canaria. The canyon played an important role in their survival strategies on the island.
Culture
Local artists regularly organize open-air exhibitions within the canyon, incorporating the natural rock formations into their installations and photography displays.
Practical
You can explore the gorge year-round, though early morning and late afternoon hours offer the most comfortable conditions. Sturdy footwear is needed since the paths cross rocky ground and become slippery when wet.
Did you know?
Water has carved the rocks into unexpected shapes that resemble faces or animals over millennia. When wind passes through the narrow passages, it creates whistling sounds that seem to echo through the stone.
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