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rises vertically 200 meters above the ocean floor and has become one of the representative symbols of the island.

beaches of this minor island is not extensive, with calm and transparent waters and black sands of volcanic origin. The beach is sheltered and the waves do not hit with virulence, so it is ideal to go as a family.

The bottoms of Playa de Tamaduste also have an impressive wealth, ideal for diving lovers. The flora and fauna that inhabit the bottoms attract every year hundreds of thousands of tourists who want to immerse themselves and admire this surreptitious beauty.

The beach is surrounded by a small urban nucleus of the same name, a cozy and quiet place, a place to completely disconnect and relax.

Tamaduste is under the protection of volcanic rocks and small cliffs that protect the shore from strong waves. It has a length of about 60 meters by 5 or 6 wide, although in certain occasions it can be quite busy it is not usually a place with an excess of visitors. Close to the beach of Tamaduste is the Puerto de la Estaca.

It is enchanting to see that Beach of Tamaduste is the Cueva de las Barcas, which is a kind of refuge for small boats. The beach is also perfectly equipped to enjoy the day, on the one hand is the black sand, but also has walkways and access stairs to small landings where you can throw in the towel.

Tibaje. This place is essential to enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the whole island.

From El Mirador de la Peña you can have a perfect panorama of the El Gofio valley and see with perspective the brutal landslide that you made millions of years ago way to this part of the island. It is possible to see the enormous dentellada of 15 kilometers wide and between 500 and 700 meters high that to make it more beautiful is covered with lush native vegetation.

At the foot there is a huge volcanic plain with vines and fruit trees that ends where the Atlantic Ocean begins to hit the coast of El Hierro. From the Mirador de la Peña it is also possible to see the virgins Roques de Salmoruno from the places where one of the symbols of the island is found, giant lizards They are only found in El Hierro. The building of the viewpoint is an architectural jewel designed by the Canarian architect Cesar Manrique at the beginning of the 80s.

The famous artist was characterized for creating organic spaces, specifically in the Mirador de la Peña, Manrique, used numerous floors, large windows and masonry ceilings to create a fresh and welcoming atmosphere. The gardens around the building were also designed by the architect and as he usually does in his works he took great care that the entire complex was perfectly integrated into the environment.

The viewpoint itself is also a restaurant where the best of the cuisine of El Hierro is offered, without a doubt one of the most recommended points in the area. In the first decade of 2000 the viewpoint was declared Asset of Cultural Interest.

located in the municipality of La Frontera, specifically it is known as La Maceta the total of the 3 natural pools that are on the Costa de El Gofio in El Hierro and that are totally conditioned for the bathroom. It is a perfect place for all ages, thanks to its design they are perfect for diving although the waters are tumultuous.

The La Maceta pools are located in the valley of El Gofio, it is possible to enjoy a beautiful landscape where sea and solidified lava mix. Because of its enclave it is a must-visit place even when the strong waves are lashing it because it has areas for resting, stoves, bathrooms, parking for visitors as well as running water and picnic tables.

The area is easily accessible since it has walkways, stairs and areas shaded by pergolas.

Around the swimming pools as well as recreational areas there is also a catering offer with local cuisine.

Although it is a very quiet place on certain dates it is very busy. It is also worth mentioning the crystalline waters that bathers can enjoy.

Undoubtedly, it is one of the most outstanding places on the island of El Hierro

Tibataj e. This is the oldest settlement in the Canary Islands together with La Albarrada and Montañetas, also in El Hierro.

This interesting route shows the evolution of the houses on the island since the seventeenth to the twentieth century. The ecomuseum is outdoors and was inhabited until the 1950s.

Constructions are an interesting example of the island's popular architecture, where stones and highs ( rye straw) are the bases and the most characteristic. The Ecomuseum of Guinea not only shows the architecture itself, but these buildings have all the elements with which they were equipped and used by the ancient inhabitants for their daily tasks.

It is also possible to know the agriculture of the village, since there are traditional crops from which the old inhabitants of the village lived. In short, a tribute to the island and its history.

Also located in the site of the Ecomuseum of Guinea but as an independent visit it is possible to access the Guinea volcanic tube. An essential place to learn more about the geology of El Hierro, its composition and its formation.

In the area archaeological remains have been found that are exposed to visitors. These remains give a good account of the way of life and cultivation techniques thanks to the tools and tools of the ancient aborigines of El Hierro.

One of the charms that this museum has is that it is outdoors, which allows visitors to walk through the old streets and get an idea of what life was like in the settlement.

Also adjacent to the Ecomuseum of Guinea it is possible to know the Recovery Center of the Giant Lizard of El Hierro. In the center they are dedicated to the conservation of this reptile that is in danger of extinction and that is at the same time one of the symbols of the island.

You can arrive from the city of Valverde, passing through the coasts of the Gofio towards Sabinosa, in the exit of Las Puntas

area of La Dehesa, very close to the Hermitage of the Virgin (built later). It is said that a ship heading to America passed near El Hierro, on the coast of Orchilla, it could not leave the sea of Calmas, sailing in circles for several days due to a powerful storm. After this setback had to go to the island for food for the days of navigation that were left until the Americas being the shepherds left both food and water for the journey.

For this help the sailors gave the shepherds what they had of value on board, which was an image of the Virgin Mary. After this the breeze blew favorably and they set course for the New World.

The shepherds named it Virgen de los Reyes because it was January 6 the day of the image's arrival on the island. They decided to put the carving in the cave of the snail, where they venerated it, making it the patron saint of La Dehesa. Caracol Cave is considered a space of special ethnographic protection and culture.

Time later a hermitage is built in a nearby area that is currently called Insular Shrine of Our Lady of the Kings.

Every April 25 the area hosts the Festival of the Shepherds in honor of the patron saint of the island and what is known as La Bajada de la Virgen.

an inspiring magic thanks to the junipers that have been twisted by the force exerted by the trade winds. These winds shape the shrubs giving them twisted forms of sublime beauty.

The junipers are so important that they have become the emblem of El Hierro. These resinous shrubs up to 8 meters are perennial leaf, with deep roots and have the ability to grow on rocky substrates. They are so important that they are reflected in the shield of the island. It has a globose and fleshy fruit with seeds with a hard cover that makes its germination difficult. This wood was used by the aborigines to make tools, weapons or even funerary planks or ornaments.

El Sabinar de El Hierro is the most important juniper site of the Canary Islands and receives the cataloging of Protected Natural Area.

It has interesting trails ideal for hiking that reach the village of Sabinosa, which stands out for its stone-walled stone houses with plant fiber roofs.

The climb to El Sabinar is accompanied by a fantastic landscape where, as you ascend, you get a beautiful view of the town. The vegetation becomes denser as it ascends to the Top of the Casillas and highlights heather and fayas.

It is not uncommon to see loose animals in the Sabinar, since farmers let them graze.Getting to the Sabinar is a pleasant walk and it is possible to go through places like the Basco Viewpoint from which you have an impressive view of the Valle del Gofio.

El Sabinar is a must-see in El Hierro, not only for its beauty but also for what this bush represents for the history of one of the so-called minor islands of the Canarian archipelago.

in the town from El Pinar. This place has old references because since the time of Claudio Ptolemy that placed on this site the Meridian 0. Later also the French placed the zero meridian in this point on 1634. Until 1492 it was thought that in this point began the end of the world and these were the last lands that the expedition commanded by Christopher Columbus spotted before entering the unknown ocean.

The Faro de Orchilla, began to be built in 1924 with stones brought from the municipality of Areucas in Gran Canarias, formed by three constructions: the cistern, the house of the keeper and lantern. The work of the lighthouse was started by Antonio Montesdeoca and aided by the engineer Eloy Campiña and was completed and delivered in 1930. Although it was completed years before, it was not until 1933 when it was turned on For the first time, the navigators began to see the flashes of white light and a steady red light that could be seen from 75 nautical miles.

The Faro de Orchilla is the most important civil construction in El Hierro, surrounded by an extensive volcanic landscape, it is completely built with stone quarry; adjoining the construction you can see a giant tabaiba.

From the lighthouse you can enjoy stunning sunsets, tranquility and peace is what you breathe at this point of the island. Also ideal to see the immensity of the universe in the clear nights, being able to distinguish all the constellations of the cosmos.It is possible to receive a certificate of visit to the Faro de Orchilla in the office of the El Hierro Tourist Board.

Currently the Faro de Orchilla are in disuse and several projects are being studied to revitalize the area.