Buenavista del Norte

The Plaza de Nuestra Senora de los Remedios is located in the historical whole of the town of Buenavista del Norte. It is one of the nerve centers of the municipality and serves as a meeting place and celebration of some of the local festivities. The historic center of Buenavista is articulated around both the church and the Plaza de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, from here you can see wide roads and the homogeneity of the buildings that are located around.

The Patroness of Buenavista del Norte, population of the island of Tenerife, is Our Lady of Remedies, in honor of the Virgin there is the Church that bears his name. The temple is located in the heart of the town, in the square of the same name and was built between 1513 and 1518 although over the years it has received several modifications, expanding and modifying certain aspects. Perhaps the most delicate moment of the Church of Our Lady of Los Remedio s was in 1996 when a fire left the property quite affected, part of the historical-artistic heritage was lost the date was the most important of Buenavista del norte. The image of Our Lady of Los Remedios dates from 1733 and was replaced a year after the church suffered the fire by a carving by the Cádiz-born artist Luis González Rey. The church presents in its interior three naves that are separated by semicircular arches that, in turn, rest on columns and pilasters of Tuscan capitals. The church also houses a main chapel and 5 side chapels, especially the main portal that is built in stone and framed by Corinthian columns.

In the historic center of the town of Buenavista del Norte is one of the most emblematic buildings in the area, known as Casa de la Viuda. It is a clear example of Canarian domestic architecture dating from the second half of the seventeenth century. The house is divided into two floors, highlight the wooden corridors topped by a simple coffered ceiling, central courtyard and old hall. The numerous rooms attest to the dimensions of the House of the Widow. The exterior of the house is also very characteristic with the roof with a hipped roof and Arabic tiles, also it is very interesting the stones that finish off the corners of the facade. Currently the House of the Widow is dedicated to cultural, artistic and social activities.

In the town of Buenavista del Norte we can find the hermitage San Sebastián emerges as a neighborhood oratory in the middle of the 16th century. The temple was in a dilapidated state at the end of the 19th century, so it used means for it to be completely rebuilt in 1918. When he received this performance, only the blocks of stonework that serve as a frame for the semicircular arch on the front of the chapel were used. This restoration was carried out by the residents of the town. The image adopted the titular image of San Sebastián.

In Buenavista there are vestiges of the old Convent of Our Lady of Mercy, at present only the main wall of the convent is conserved, its surroundings harbor the cemetery of the location. In the southern part of Buenavista del Norte there are several buildings of great heritage value, among which the remains of the Franciscan convent of Our Lady of Mercy, founded in 1648 and demolished two centuries later converted into a cemetery soon after. Of the remains that remain we must highlight the cover of stonework, which is flanked by columns that are supported on columns that rest on a plinth with carved rosette. The shafts of the convent can be seen in a zig-zag decoration and topped by a piece of entablature. The cover is crowned with a triangular pediment that still conserves the emblem of the order in its superior vertex.

On the island of Tenerife there are 7 beacons that mark the coast, one of which is the Faro del Punta del Teno. What most attracts the attention of lighthouse is its location, a quiet place, practically isolated and in a breathtaking spot in the northeastern part of Tenerife. The wild situation of the lighthouse, belongs to Buenavista del Norte, in the high part of cliffs within what is known as rural park Punta de Teno. The lighthouse tower has a cylindrical shape and is striking for its red and white stripes, built in concrete in the 70s next to the old lighthouse that it replaced. The Punta del Teno Rural Park has a size of about 8,063 and is considered one of the most curious natural spaces on the island, and thanks to its isolated nature, interesting remains have been preserved. ecological and cultural values. The Rural Park in which the Teno Lighthouse is located, contains several municipal areas, El Palmar, Teno Alto, La Laguneta, Las Portelas, Los Carrizales, Masca and Erjos. It is the most western point of Tenerife, it has spectacular cliffs, numerous dikes, pythons and many other natural elements formed from the volcanic nature of the island.

In the northeastern part of the island of Tenerife you will find one of the most beautiful and picturesque spots in the whole Canary archipelago, Masca. If in doubt, it is one of the most spectacular spots on the island, an impressive valley, surrounded by imposing cliffs that reach the cliffs of Los Gigantes. To get to one of the most beautiful points of Tenerife you have to follow a winding road between impressive ravines, but it is well worth reaching this beautiful village. Once there, the Massif of Teno, one of the three formations that gave rise to the island of Tenerife and which can be spotted from Masca, draws our attention. It is highly recommended to do the descent of the Masca ravine, one of the most outstanding natural spectacles of the island, the walls that surround the whole path, the natural space and the arrival until the same cliff of Los Gigantes, are more than enough reasons to enjoy Masca. In Masca you can see a series of traditional houses, as well as craft stalls. Noteworthy is the Casa de los Avinculados,, which is the oldest building in the area. Legend has it that the Masca ravine was a refuge for pirates, which gives a more interesting aura to this picturesque place.

Teno Alto is a population center belonging to the municipality of Buenavista del Norte located about 12 kilometers from the village and 750 meters above sea level. It is located in the heart of the Teno Rural Park, surrounded by nature and on the high plateau in the Teno Massif. Teno Alto is a redoubt of the rural customs of the island of Tenerife, at this point silence is the dominant element, for what it is, Without a doubt, a perfect place in the middle of nature where to disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle of this must be added the friendly and welcoming character of the inhabitants. Being a relatively isolated place, a rich ethnographic legacy survives, among which the kilns of tiles or the eras where the grain was threshed, a redoubt of the way of working of the old peasants stand out. We must also highlight the rural houses with wide walls and red rock. The landscapes and trails that surround Teno Alto are undoubtedly one of the most interesting attractions, where you can enjoy nature actively and sustainably. With regard to gastronomy you have to taste the goat cheeses that are made by hand.

Es una formación rocosa en forma de cráter, se le llama "El rayo" porque parece como si fuese caído un rayo en ese lugar aunque probablemente sea provocado por el derrumbe de una cueva. Está muy cerca del faro de Buenavista. Hay que dejar el vehículo junto al faro y seguir el sendero hacia la derecha bordeando el mar, a unos 100 metros aprox. te encuentras con este curioso lugar.