Spain It has been one of the most popular destinations for years. Although it stands out for its culture, good weather and gastronomy, there is one thing that makes the country unique. We are talking about your geography.
Both peninsula like the Canary and Balearic archipelagos are full of magical places. And its mountainous terrain and spectacular beaches have prompted millions of tourists to choose the territory to visit it every year.
Normally, those who come from abroad usually go to cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, among others. However, Spaniards who already know these big cities look for other lesser-known, but equally special, enclaves.
If you are part of this second group, know that there is a very special citybecause there is nothing like it in the world. It is located in the inside a cave and all who walk its streets are fascinated. We tell you What city is it, where is it and how to get there?.
Spanish city discovered in a cave
Candelaria poris It is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. What makes it special is that it is located in the interior of a volcanic cave. It is located in a coastal area, so the rock on which its foundations rest is literally on the sea. But in which region is it located?
This small enclave is located in La Palma, in Canary Islands. Concretely, it is located in Tijarafe, a municipality that belongs to the province of Santa Cruz, located in the northwest of the island. It has only 2,640 inhabitants, according to the latest data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INE).
Poris de Candelaria has become one of the Locals’ favorite summer spotsOver time, they built small shelters to enjoy the sun and water.
Likewise, it is a city with a great historical relevancebecause it is one of the typical docks of the north of the island that, until the expansion of the roads, constituted the backbone of trade. It is worth mentioning that it is one of the few places on the coast where small draft fishing boats can anchor.
How to get to Poris de Candelaria
In Poris de Candelaria accessible by car through the “route du proís”. The entrance is located next to the Kiosco el Diablo.
Once you reach the canal path, you have to continue straight and go down to the car parks. From there, you have to walk a trail for about five minutes to the final destination. Also It is possible to arrive by boat.
