Tag Archives: Gran Canaria

Roque Bentayga

Posted on 21/11/2010 by MountainTraveler

Tejada, Alt. 1415 m , Gran Canaria – visited April 2010. While walking the circle around Roque Nublo, this sight of Roque Bentayga could be seen.  Also of volcanic origin, and was considered sacred by the indigenious people, just like Roque … Continue reading →

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Roque Nublo

Posted on 21/11/2010 by MountainTraveler

Tejada, Alt. 1813 m , Gran Canaria – visited April 2010. One of the highest places of Gran Canaria , this monolith of 80 m high is the remains of an old volcano – as is everything on Gran Canaria. … Continue reading →

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La Fortaleza de Ansite

Posted on 21/11/2010 by MountainTraveler

Santa Lucia de Tirajana, Gran Canaria – visited April 2010. After a superb walk starting from the centre of Santa Lucia and through the Baranco de Tirajana, a ravine with wonderfull vegetation like cactus, aloe vera and palm trees, you … Continue reading →

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