Roque Bentayga
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35368 Tejeda, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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Age category 18+
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Monday
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
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Description
Roque Bentayga is a majestic rock formation in the heart of Gran Canaria, part of a UNESCO-listed area.
It is a site of great cultural and religious significance to the island's ancient inhabitants. The archaeological complex includes caves, walls, inscriptions and cave paintings, testifying to the rich history of the region.
Particularly fascinating is the almogarén, a place of worship for ancient Canary Islanders, naturally aligned with Roque Nublo, indicating its astronomical significance as a marker of the equinoxes.
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