Teror

Teror is best known on Gran Canaria for the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine, the island’s principal Marian shrine. Set in the green uplands of Gran Canaria’s interior, the town is closely associated with the Virgen del Pino, patron saint of the Diocese of the Canary Islands. Around Plaza del Teror, traditional Canarian houses feature timber balconies, while the basilica gives the compact historic centre its defining silhouette. Each September, the Fiesta del Pino brings pilgrims and communities from across the island together for celebrations in honour of the Virgin. Teror is a revealing stop away from Gran Canaria’s resort coast, where local bakeries and daily town life sit alongside enduring devotional traditions. Find related webcams across Gran Canaria to build a fuller picture of Teror and the island’s interior.

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