Teror & Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine
Teror / Basílica del Pino
A mountain town with the greatest concentration of traditional Canarian carved wooden balconies. The basilica dedicated to Our Lady of the Pine, the island's patron saint, is a major pilgrimage center.
Teror lies in a valley in the north of the island. Along its old streets stand colonial-style houses with carved wooden balconies. The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pine was built in the 18th century. Legend says the Virgin appeared in a pine tree. She is the patron saint of Gran Canaria, and the festival around September 8 each year draws islanders who make the pilgrimage on foot. On Sunday mornings there is a market around the church, where you can try local chorizo (chorizo de Teror). The bus ride from Las Palmas takes about 40 minutes.
Opening hours
Church approx. 09:00–13:00 and 15:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Church of San Juan Bautista, Arucas
- Jardín Botánico Canario Viera y Clavijo
- Tejeda
- Caldera de Bandama
- Cenobio de Valerón
- Pico de las Nieves
- Roque Nublo
- Artenara