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La Palma is a volcanic island with very rough and steep pieces of land. Because the rock is quite porous and soft, it easily erodes, leaving large caves and crevices all over the island. These crevices are popular places to hide from the elements or even live. This was true for the natives more than a thousand years ago and it is true now for the La Palmians. Nowhere is this demonstrated better than in Porís de Candelaria, a name which stems from Portuguese, meaning the rock harbor of Candelaria.
The village is not a village per se, but rather a set of houses that are used only during the fishing season and stand empty the rest of the year. The houses all belong to one family, who have used this spot for fishing for many generations. Some of these houses date back a century, while others are newer and made to accommodate family expansion. During the fishing season, it serves as a harbor, and outside of it, it is mostly deserted. However, since the spot was discovered by travelers recently, it became a popular sightseeing spot due to its beauty and uniqueness. There is even a natural pool under the mountain crevice, which is great to swim in throughout the year.
Know Before You Go
The road down to this place is the main reason for its obscurity. It's very steep (30 degrees and more), curvy and single-lane. If you go down by car, make sure to go very slowly and honk at big curves. If you go on foot, expect this to take most of the day.
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June 19, 2026
