Church of San Juan Bautista, Arucas
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
A neo-Gothic church carved from local black basalt, its soaring spires overlooking a land of sugarcane and bananas.
Construction of the church began in 1909 and was completed in 1977. Every stone was hand-carved from local dark grey volcanic rock, giving it the appearance of a small cathedral, which is why locals call it the 'Cathedral'. The stained-glass windows and sculptures inside are finely crafted. Arucas is also home to the century-old Arehucas rum distillery, where you can tour the cellars and taste the rum. The town is about 17 km from Las Palmas, roughly 30 minutes by bus.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:30–12:30 and 16:30–19:30
Nearby sights
- Teror & Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine
- Jardín Botánico Canario Viera y Clavijo
- Cenobio de Valerón
- Las Canteras Beach
- Poema del Mar
- Caldera de Bandama
- El Museo Canario
- Vegueta