Pilancones

#976 among destinations in Spain

Natural attraction, Nature, Protected area

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Pilancones Natural Park is located in San Bartolomé de Tirajana municipality on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain. Its area is 5794.4 ha. It adjoins Roque Nublo country park to the north, and Fataga protected area to the east. The park plays an important role in soil protection and the replenishment of an aquifer, along which there are several ravines running southward which are of geomorphological interest and landscape value. The pine forests on hilltops are a well-preserved habitat with abundant bird life. The park also harbours several varieties of cactus and spurge, and a number of aquatic habitats. The park takes its name from natural pools, formerly known locally as pilancones, which remain after the runoff of water. Throughout the area there are threatened animal and plant species, and features of scientific interest. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1987 (37 years ago)Coordinates: 28°10'0"N, 15°42'0"W

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Pilancones – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Painted Cave, Punta Sardina Lighthouse, Iglesia de Santiago de los Caballeros, El Maipes Necropolis.

3.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Specialty museum
Painted Cave, Gáldar
81 min walk • Nestled in the historical city of Gáldar, Spain, the Painted Cave, or "Cueva Pintada," offers a fascinating peek into the pre-Hispanic history of the Canary Islands. This remarkable archaeological museum and park is a treasure trove for history enthusiasts and casual...
0.5 miW
Lighthouse
Punta Sardina Lighthouse, Gran Canaria
13 min walk • The Punta Sardina Lighthouse is an active lighthouse on the Canary island of Gran Canaria. It is located north of the small town of Sardina, in the municipality of Gáldar.
3.1 miSE
Museum, Church
Iglesia de Santiago de los Caballeros, Gáldar
78 min walk • The Templo Matriz y Arcipreztal de Santiago de Los Caballeros de Gáldar, is located in the Gran Canarian municipality of Gáldar. Settled on the Palace of the Guanartemes, the present temple was built in the 18th century, under the supervision ...
4.8 miS
Archaeological site
El Maipes Necropolis, Agaete
122 min walk • The El Maipés necropolis is an ancient burial site near Agaete on the Spanish island of Grand Canary, province of Las Palmas in the Canary Islands of the west coast of Africa.
3.1 miSE
Art museum, History museum, Museum
Casa-Museo Antonio Padrón, Gáldar
80 min walk • The Antonio Padrón House-Museum is a museum center located in Gáldar, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain. It is a public center, dependent on the Department of Culture, Historical Heritage and Museums of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria.
3.1 miSE
28°8'40"N • 15°39'19"W
Teatro Consistorial de Galdar, Gáldar
80 min walk • Concerts and shows, Performing arts, Theater