The buildings and various constructions have never left aside the stately air<\/strong> that has endured since the conquest of the island, which has led to the La Orotava<\/a> to be declared Historic-Artistic Site.<\/strong><\/p>\n It is considered one of the most beautiful localities<\/strong> The main features of the island are the landscape crowned by Mount Teide, the typical gardens and balconies that adorn the fa\u00e7ades of the houses, the carpets of flowers and the pleasant climate that accompanies the municipality for a large part of the year.<\/p>\n In this post<\/em> we will let you 8 spectacular corners<\/strong> of this marvellous place that you definitely cannot miss during your stay here.<\/p>\n Considered the house-museum<\/a> most unique on the island<\/strong> thanks to its combination of architecture, history, traditions, folklore and handicrafts.<\/p>\n Its construction was completed in June of this year 1632<\/strong>and is the temple of most important Canary Islands<\/strong> This is one of the two most widely used craft techniques in the islands: it is an embroidery technique that consists of unravelling a cloth that is tightly attached to a wooden frame.<\/p>\n It is a ideal place to unwind and relax<\/strong> while we get to know in depth the culture and history of the Canary Islands through a journey through time to which its patios and balconies take us.<\/p>\n Site information:<\/strong><\/p>\n Its construction dates back to the 17th century.<\/strong>becoming one of the Convents<\/strong> The most important in the province of Tenerife for the beauty of its facilities, especially the stone arch at the entrance, the cloister, the wooden ceilings and the stone staircase. <\/p>\n All these elements reflect the work carried out by the architect from the Canary Islands, Antonio de Orbar\u00e1n.<\/strong><\/p>\n Thanks to the MAIT<\/a> is part of the outreach programme carried out by the Island Council of Tenerife<\/strong>Through its large exhibition, we can appreciate a detailed representation of all Ibero-American handicrafts<\/strong> giving special priority to those in the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n Adult ticket price 2\u20ac (27\/04\/2022)<\/p>\n Timetable:<\/strong><\/p>\n The gofio<\/strong> is a toasted cereal flour that has been a staple food of the Canary Islanders since the Guanches based their diet on it. Even after the conquest, our Canarian aborigines<\/strong> continued to use it, and thanks to this, its use has been passed down to the present day.<\/p>\n Windmills have existed in La Orotava since the XVI<\/strong>. In this section of the street, we will find the \"Water Road or Water Route\".<\/strong> It consisted of 13 original mills, 10 of which are still standing today. <\/p>\n They are built around a water channel that used to run down this street, but nowadays, only part of the stone sections are preserved.<\/p>\n Gofio is still present in the diet of the Canary Islanders, and mills such as this<\/a>are still active as small retail outlets.<\/strong><\/p>\n Timetable: <\/p>\n - Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 1:30 pm and from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm <\/p>\n - Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. <\/p>\n - Closed on Sundays<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n The Tourist House<\/a> is currently a place of souvenirs<\/strong> for tourists. Here, we can catch a glimpse of the embroidery<\/strong> The most elegant and exquisite products that bring with them the tradition of Canarian craftsmanship, the traditional costumes<\/strong> of the seven islands, and different and unique clay objects<\/strong> made in-house by local craftsmen. <\/p>\n In addition, we cannot leave behind theor the best of island craftsmanship<\/strong>as well as the agri-food products<\/strong> so typical of us.<\/p>\n Adult ticket price 5\u20ac.<\/p>\n Timetable:<\/strong><\/p>\n 4000 square metres<\/strong> have led to this romantic garden being distinguished as a Bien de Inter\u00e9s Cultural <\/strong>since 2008.<\/p>\n Initially, it was presented as a complementary centre<\/strong> of the Acclimatization Garden of La Orotava, but today it is recognised as the Botanical Garden of Puerto de la Cruz.<\/a><\/p>\n Visiting this place will provide you with a unique opportunity to walk among the hundreds of different species<\/strong> which brings together such as the Indian chestnut, the fire tree, the Australian conifers and even a beautiful specimen of the sacred tree El Drago.<\/p>\n Timetable:<\/strong><\/p>\n Victoria Gardens<\/a> are located next to the Plaza de la Constituci\u00f3n and the Liceo Taoro. Here we have before us a majestic spaces<\/strong> which can go unnoticed if you don't know the area or if you don't know of its existence.<\/p>\n They were built in the 19th century by the French architect Adolph Coquet<\/strong>This may explain the peculiarity of their design. They are formed by a staggered seven tiers<\/strong>where gardens abound with vegetation<\/strong> decorated with fountains of inexplicable beauty. <\/p>\n In addition, at the top of the gardens, you can enjoy a see<\/strong> beautiful old town of La Orotava.<\/p>\n If what you were looking for was to discover unique places in the Canary Islands, Jardines Victoria serves you that opportunity on a plate thanks to the order and precision of its entire structure.<\/strong><\/p>\n Admission is free.<\/p>\n Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm and weekends from 9:30 am to 8:30 pm.<\/p>\n We go back in time to 1948<\/strong>when this Church<\/a> was declared National Historic Monument.<\/strong> <\/p>\n Although in 2012, the Council of Tenerife modified the category of the Asset of Cultural Interest declared by the Decree by which the Church of La Concepci\u00f3n was declared a Historic Artistic Monument, it was changed to that of Monument.<\/strong><\/p>\n The history of this church tells us how the building suffered from the consequences of the previous earthquakes<\/strong> the eruption of the G\u00fcimar volcano, which caused so much damage to the volcano that it had to be declared a in ruins in 1758.<\/strong><\/p>\n Thanks to the contributions of the Crown, it was rebuilt in 1788, where it was Baroque, Neoclassical and Mudejar<\/strong> combine to highlight the outstanding sculptural design of this honourable church, thus making it a one of the identifying symbols<\/strong> of the entire locality.<\/p>\n To see the Museum of Sacred Art El Tesoro de la Concepci\u00f3n, general admission is 4\u20ac and for students, residents and pensioners 2\u20ac (27\/04\/2022)<\/p>\n Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 13:00<\/p>\n Constitutes one of the architectural and historical jewels of La Orotava<\/strong>with characteristics specific to the Baroque<\/strong>as well as Genoese influence.<\/p>\n This stately home<\/a> has two courtyards. The central courtyard<\/strong> has a form in \"U\"<\/strong> and although it has undergone a series of renovations, it still retains its original structure.<\/p>\n On the other hand, we have a lower courtyard<\/strong> where the water mill is located, being the last mill in the locality through which the water channel that came from the springs used to run.<\/p>\n Once again, we have before us an emblematic place<\/strong> which is well worth a visit. We will be accompanied at all times by the presence of tropical plants and Canarian endemisms<\/strong>thanks to its splendid botanical garden.<\/p>\n Admission fee for adults 5\u20ac.<\/p>\n Ticket price for students, senior citizens, large families or groups of more than 8 visitors 3,50\u20ac.<\/p>\n (27\/04\/2022)<\/p>\n Spending the day amidst gofio mills, flowers and botanical gardens and touring the unique history of this municipality can whet anyone's appetite. <\/p>\n So, here are a series of places to eat<\/strong> that will be just a few steps away from any of the places you decide to visit:<\/p>\n Lentils, gazpacho, salmon... the bar La Duquesa offers a variety of dishes perfect for discovering the wonders of our local gastronomy.<\/p>\n Have you ever asked someone if they had to recommend a place to eat in La Orotava, what would it be? Los Gomez would probably be one of their first answers.<\/p>\n It has always been said that the best area to sample the local food is the north of the island, and this guachinche lives up to its reputation. You can't miss it.<\/p>\n If you are looking for a place where they serve best local products <\/strong>always at a price within the reach of the client, this place is ideal for you. Here you will spend some time surrounded by the nature that beautifies the corners of La Orotava, while you taste the best dishes of the island.<\/p>\n A municipality brimming with natural beauty, with a history still to be told, and with places to sample the best local gastronomy on the island, what more could you ask for?<\/p>\n Delight yourself with a unique taste<\/strong> in the oldest bakery in the Canary Islands, more than a hundred years old. <\/p>\n A sensory journey into the past: <\/strong>the millefeuille<\/strong> made with puff pastry, egg yolk and apricot marmalade, the yolk doughnuts<\/strong> with pure egg yolk and puff pastry and the biscuits<\/strong> with small ingredients such as coconut, chocolate, apricot jam are an icon of this bakery. <\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n If you come to visit Tenerife<\/strong>you will be more interested in spectacular locations<\/strong> to see around this Canary Island:<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Eight emblematic places in the largest municipality on the island of Tenerife + \u2705 Extra Best Tascas Canarias<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2076,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[87],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2075","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/sendaecoway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/61979d7c3fa1d4326638ca1f_La-Orotava-Teide-1-1024x683-1.jpeg\")
<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nPlaces to see in La Orotava<\/h2>\n
HOUSE OF THE BALCONIES<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nMUSEUM OF IBEROAMERICAN CRAFTS OF TENERIFE<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nGOFIO MILL<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nTOURIST HOUSE<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nBOTANICAL ORCHARD IN LA OROTAVA<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nVICTORY GARDENS<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nCHURCH OF NUESTRA SE\u00d1ORA DE LA CONCEPCI\u00d3N<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nLERCARO HOUSE<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nPLACES TO EAT IN LA OROTAVA<\/h2>\n
Bar La Duquesa<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nThe Gomez family<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nThe Cuban<\/h3>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nEgon House<\/h3>\n
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