Visiting the Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden
· Aurora María
The Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden, also known as Jardín Canario, is the largest botanical garden in Spain and is visited on a gentle walk of about two hours along flat, paved paths. It's located in the Guiniguada ravine, on the outskirts of Las Palmas, and brings together species unique to the Canary Islands. Here's what to expect from the visit.
What can you see inside the garden?
The route passes through the Dragon Tree Garden, dedicated to this emblematic species linked to Canarian mythology, and the Cactus Garden, with hundreds of succulents in surprising shapes from different continents.
Another highlight is the Laurisilva Forest, a living replica of the humid forest that covered these islands thousands of years ago, with dense, cool vegetation quite different from the rest of the garden.
Is the walk physically demanding?
No, it's an easy visit, with no steep slopes, on paved, well-signposted paths. It's perfect for those looking for a relaxing experience with no physical effort, and also for nature photography lovers.
How long is the visit and where's the meeting point?
The guided tour lasts about two hours and the meeting point is the main entrance of the Botanical Garden. It's a recommendable activity at any time of year, thanks to Gran Canaria's stable climate.
Practical facts
- Duration
- About 2 hours
- Location
- Guiniguada ravine
- Difficulty
- Easy, flat paved paths
- Meeting point
- Main entrance of the Botanical Garden
Book the guided tour to the Viera y Clavijo Botanical Garden and discover its corners with friendly explanations.
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