Cueva de los Verdes

the cave of the greens

La Cueva de los Verdes we could define it as the entrance to the center of the earth. Because it is a volcanic structure or cave, which has made it a great tourist attraction. So it doesn't hurt to get to know it a little and write it down as another of the places that we must visit at least once in our lives.

If you are in Lanzarote and more specifically in Haría, you no longer have excuses. It is located in the north of the island and as we say, you will find an earthly spectacle in the form of a volcanic tube. If you want to know everything essential for your visit, do not miss what follows!

What is and how the Cueva de los Verdes was formed

As we have advanced, it is about a grotto or a kind of tube that goes into the earth. So you will leave the sunlight behind to enjoy the insides of it. It was formed more than 5000 years ago, due to the eruption of the La Corona volcano. As fluid lavas flowed through where others were much more compact, this environment was created: A large cavity.

Such would be the cavity that the result is a tube about 7 kilometers long. It covers from the part of the volcano that we mentioned until reaching the coast area. It is one of the longest in the world. It is precisely in this coastal area where we will also meet those known as Jameos del Agua . A natural environment but that has become an area of ​​tourism and culture.

what to see in the cave of the greens

The first uses of the cave and the origin of its name

Although now we are shocked to see it, many years ago even more. So it has always been an area where legends they have not been left behind. But despite them, it is true that it had its first uses in the form of hiding places. Apparently, the inhabitants of the place did not miss the opportunity to hide from the attacks they received. It was the pirates who were always present on the island and as such, there were many people who feared for their lives.

On the other hand, it also leads us to think about the origin of his name. The Cueva de los Verdes takes the name of a family. Since they were the owners of the soil where it was formed. Therefore, the last name of said family remained. Since then it has always been one of the most emblematic places, as we can see.

Lanzarote cave auditorium

What to see in the Cueva de los Verdes

We are already learning a little more about its origin, its name and now it is the turn of everything that we will see in it. During the 60s and 70s some improvements inside the grotto per se. For example, a lighting system so that with this step, it could be visited without major problem. Of course, always with a guide who will explain each step to us.

From there an auditorium was created, with its stands and the beauty that this implies. Since the part of the stage and surroundings are covered with stone and add even more intensity to the area. But not only that but it is also composed of several corners that stand out as they can be 'The throat of death' or the 'room of aesthetes'. An average visit to this place takes almost 50 minutes, so they will be perfect for discovering each of its corners.

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Times and prices

As with most places like this, we must always respect a series of schedules and pay a price to be able to enter this adventure. The truth is that it is worth it and a lot. Since apart from the arrangements they have made in the form of an auditorium and the succession of lights, it is a place not to be missed. At what time can you visit the Cueva de los Verdes? From October 30 to June 10, the hours will be from 00:18 to 00:30. While the summer season that runs from the first day of July to September 10, its hours are from 00:19 to 00:9,50. Adults will pay 12 euros, while children up to 4,75 years old, 2 euros. All residents in Lanzarote will pay only XNUMX euros.

Information to take into account when visiting La Cueva de los Verdes

You will always go with a guide who will show you the key points and will tell you all kinds of information. On the other hand, it should be noted that it is not an appropriate area for people with reduced mobility. Since it has sections that have ascents and descents with stairs, although they are signposted and with handrails. But we will get to the odd area that is narrower and we must bend down to continue the path.

Inside there is a temperature that is quite comfortable. It keeps around 20º throughout the year, so it is another of the data that it is always convenient to know when we make a visit of this type. The combination of colors in the overlapping levels will be another one of the shows that you cannot miss.


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