The Santuario de la Virgen de las Nieves was built in the 17th century. The church is located in a peaceful area surrounded by trees and other greenery. The interior of the church is ornate--plush carpet, lots of sculptures and crystal chandeliers. The 14th century Virgin Mary sculpture is the oldest religious statue in the Canary Islands. Every five years the Virgin sculpture is brough down to Santa Cruz in a grand procession.
Parque Nacional de la Caldera de Taburiente was declared a national park in 1954.
The heart of the park is the Caldera de Taburiente. The caldera is a massive depression is over 26 feet wide and surrounded by soaring rock walls.
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