Cueva Roja — Attraction in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

We walked to get here by ascending hundreds of steps. The houses along the way are fascinating to see, as they are built on this cliff (mountain?) and access to them is not easy. (I pity the supermarket delivery people.) The views from the lookout platform just opposite the cave are beautiful. The cave itself is interesting, but one of those things that you see it and that’s it. We did not go on the trail above. We came prepared with hiking poles, but started to ascend the steps to the left of the cave and it seemed to easy to fall, as we are an older couple who like to hike but don’t like to fall. So instead we walked on the winding road downhill from there. Other people have commented about the dirt and I also noticed what a shame. Why do people filth up pretty places? I’m uploading one photo of some garbage. If you go there, please do not litter. I suspect there are some local kids who leave some of the mess, because when we were there, there were some teenage boys smoking...

Cueva Roja is a fascinating natural wonder that captures the imagination with its unique formation. This remarkable site appears to be a blend of a cave and a music arena, creating an enchanting and intriguing atmosphere.

As you explore Cueva Roja, you'll be struck by its striking red hues and the way the natural rock formations seem to mimic the design of an amphitheater. The acoustics within the cave-like structure are impressive, adding to the sense that you're standing in a natural concert hall. It's easy to imagine the echoes of music resonating through the cavernous space.

The distinct combination of geological beauty and architectural resemblance makes Cueva Roja a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and curious travelers alike. It's a place where you can marvel at the wonders of nature while imagining the artistic performances it...

Cueva Roja, or the Red Cave, and Camino de Las Lecheras, or the Way of the Milkmaids. It is a historically interesting place.

It was from there that the road to the city of Santa Cruz once went. This famous road, called Camino de Las Lecheras, started from Cruz de los Álamos in Las Mercedes and ended in Recova Vieja, which is now home to the Teatro Guimerá. A few centuries ago, the women of the Aguere valleys used this road daily to take their milk production to Santa Cruz and thus avoid the tax points, fielatos, when...