Making tapestries with flowers and volcanic sand in the traditional streets of La Orotava.
Our excursion will take you to enjoy this magical day accompanied by a guide who will explain the traditional carpet making. Later we will visit Puerto de La Cruz with some free time before our return to the south of the island. If you are lucky enough to visit Tenerife during these days, you can't miss it!
The feast of Corpus Christi has its historical origin in the year 1264, when it was established by Pope Urban IV, in order to commemorate and praise the miracle of the Eucharistic Consecration. It is anthropologically related to the cyclical evolution of the seasons, with the arrival of spring in which the renewal of nature takes place. The implementation of the Corpus Christi festivity in the Canary Islands took place at the same time as the conquest, so that all the populations of the Canary Archipelago have been celebrating the Consecration of the Formas ever since.
This festivity has been celebrated in La Orotava since its origins as a town, but it began to gain renown in 1847 when some members of the Monteverde family, under the inspiration of Leonor del Castillo, made a carpet of flowers to celebrate the passing of the Corpus Christi processions in front of their private house. Carpets are one of the most representative artistic manifestations of these festivities. Carpets of flowers and volcanic sands are made for the celebration of Corpus Christi, on its eighth day.
Date: 26.06.24
Difficulty: medium
Note: It is advisible to wear comfortable footwear due to the complex orography of the Villa de la Orotava. Because its slopes and cobble-stoned streets we recommend you avoid heels and shoes that slide easily.
Note:
- The tour starts once all participants are on the bus.
- Pick-ups can involve transfers to other buses.
- Pick up will be at the closest meeting point to your hotel.
- This tour may be subject changes to itinerary and timetable due to adverse weather conditions.
Information
Suitable for people with disabilities or with reduced mobility.
A máximum of 2 wheelchairs per bus.
Priority seats on the front of the bus.
The degree of disability must allow the person to get on the bus assisted by an accompanying person.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the excursion. If you cancel within 24 hours of the excursion, there will not be a refund.
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