Monuments historiques à Grande Canarie

Gran Canaria Historical Landmarks

Gran Canaria’s historical architecture spans from the 15th-century Spanish conquest to 19th-century maritime engineering. This collection highlights the island's oldest religious sites, including the mixed-style St. Ann Cathedral and the San Antonio Abad Church, where Christopher Columbus reportedly prayed. Coastal defenses are represented by fortified structures like Castillo de la Luz and the Torreón de San Pedro Mártir, while landmark lighthouses at Maspalomas and La Isleta reflect the island's strategic Atlantic location.

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St. Ann Cathedral

The oldest church on the island built in a mixed yet impressive style.

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Castillo de La Luz

The name of the Castillo de la Luz means the Castle of Light. It was built in the 15th century to protect the city.

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Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pino

The Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pino is a Catholic church and parish in Teror, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain.

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Maspalomas Lighthouse

The third highest lighthouse in Spain towers above Maspalomas. It was built in the 19th century and it stood on the beach before all the…

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Castillo de Mata

A 16th-century fortress and National Historic Monument that once formed part of the city's defensive walls. It now houses the Museum of the City and the Sea, detailing the military history of Las Palmas.

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Castillo de San Francisco

A 17th-century fortification situated on San Francisco hill. Built to bolster the city's defenses following the 1599 Dutch attack, the structure later served as a military prison.

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San Antonio Abad Church

Legend has it, that Christopher Columbus used to pray in this tiny Romanesque church for the success of his sailing journey.

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Museo Canario

El Museo Canario is an archeological museum in Las Palmas, the capital city of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands.

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Torreón de San Pedro Mártir

Also known as the Castle of San Cristóbal, this 16th-century circular defensive tower was built to protect the southern approach to Las Palmas from pirate incursions.

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Basílica de San Juan Bautista

Located in Telde, this 16th-century church features a notable Flemish altarpiece and a unique statue of Christ crafted from corn paste by the Purépecha people of Mexico.

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La Isleta Lighthouse

La Isleta Lighthouse is an active 19th century lighthouse on the Spanish island of Gran Canaria in the Canary islands.

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Punta Sardina Lighthouse

The Punta Sardina Lighthouse is an active lighthouse on the Canary island of Gran Canaria.

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Ermita de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves

This 16th-century chapel in the port of Agaete houses the Flemish Triptych of Our Lady of the Snows, a significant Renaissance artwork attributed to the workshop of Joos van Cleve.

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Iglesia de San Francisco

A historic church in Telde’s San Francisco neighborhood, characterized by its traditional Mudejar-style coffered ceilings. It was originally part of a Franciscan convent complex.