This is the 'hottie' of the Canary Islands: the town of La Gomera with a stunning balcony overlooking nature.
The Canary Islands was the region in Spain that received the third most foreign tourists in 2024, with 15.2 million visitors from other countries (9.1% more than the previous year), according to data from the Ministry of Industry and Tourism. The island autonomous community was only surpassed by Catalonia and the Balearic Islands, and the Atlantic archipelago attracts many people, although there are also those looking to escape the crowds and explore lesser-known corners.
Far from the grand hotels of southern Tenerife, on the north coast of La Gomera, lies a beautiful town of barely a thousand inhabitants that not only offers visitors the much-desired tranquility but is also one of the most special spots in the entire area. This is the small town of Agulo, an impressive municipality full of treasures that also overlooks the Atlantic thanks to its breathtaking viewpoints offering breathtaking views.
Agulo, the town hidden in the north of La Gomera
This Canary Island town is nestled between valleys and is located very close to the municipalities of Vallehermoso and Hermigua. Its colorful houses give its town center a picturesque appearance, and its beauty is such that, in addition to earning it the nickname "The Sweetheart of La Gomera," it is also the only town on the island included in the prestigious list of "The Most Beautiful Towns in Spain"... and there is certainly no shortage of reasons for doing so.
Its beautiful steep streets are lined with these charming houses, but in the town center (dating back to the early 17th century), you can also visit incredible architectural treasures such as the Church of San Marcos, whose pristine white color contrasts starkly with the vivid colors of the houses. However, the main attraction of Agulo, the least populated municipality in all of La Gomera, is not its buildings, but the panoramic views from the entire town.
A window to Tenerife and Mount Teide from La Gomera
Agulo boasts one of the best places in all of La Gomera to enjoy stunning panoramic views that will remain etched in your memory forever. From the town, you can see the imposing Teide and the island of Tenerife, especially from one of the town's most special spots: the Mirador de Abrante. Located at an altitude of over 600 meters, its stunning glass walkway offers views of the most extraordinary locations.
Furthermore, the town is located in the stunning Garajonay National Park, a fascinating environment where visitors can discover natural gems that seem straight out of another planet. Therefore, Agulo is one of the best destinations to visit if you want to enjoy unusual tranquility and admire places of great beauty. In fact, the British publication The Sun considers it one of the most beautiful towns in all of Spain.
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