Montana de Tindaya
Montana de Tindaya
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David D
Devon, UK27,654 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
Monday 9th November and we drove along FV10 from La Oliva to La Matilla. Along the way it was impossible to not to see this almost pyramid shaped mountain. It stands 401 metres above sea level and dominates the landscape with its multicoloured terrain and rock formations which are certainly an eye catching spectacle.
We did drive in to the small farming village of Tindaya hoping to find a road or track leading to the mountain. We did not find one and ended up driving around in a circle.
The mountain is steeped folklore, myth and superstition. It was considered a sacred place by the Majos (original Aboriginal people of Fuerteventura). It is widely believed that they used the mountain as an open air temple to practice magic or rituals and observe the stars. It has been known as the Sacred Mountain (Montaña Sagrada) and more eerily as the Mountain of the Witches.
There are ancient carvings in to the mountain's rockface.
There are numerous walking trails across the mountain. We learnt that it is permissible to walk and climb the slopes of the mountain but only with an official guide. It is not advisable to do so without a guide, they are there to ensure that the mountain is respected and protected.
In May 2009 Montaña deTindaya was declared a Site of Cultural Interest, a Natural Monument and Point of Geological Interest. It is also listed as a Unesco Biosphere Reserve.
We did drive past the impressive Casa Alta (The Upper House of Tindaya). One of the features of this restored building is that it is built over 2 floors. It is an Interpretation Centre to enhance the understanding of heritage. It is designated as a historical artistic asset.
When we were here the Centre was closed and appeared to have been so for some time.
We did drive in to the small farming village of Tindaya hoping to find a road or track leading to the mountain. We did not find one and ended up driving around in a circle.
The mountain is steeped folklore, myth and superstition. It was considered a sacred place by the Majos (original Aboriginal people of Fuerteventura). It is widely believed that they used the mountain as an open air temple to practice magic or rituals and observe the stars. It has been known as the Sacred Mountain (Montaña Sagrada) and more eerily as the Mountain of the Witches.
There are ancient carvings in to the mountain's rockface.
There are numerous walking trails across the mountain. We learnt that it is permissible to walk and climb the slopes of the mountain but only with an official guide. It is not advisable to do so without a guide, they are there to ensure that the mountain is respected and protected.
In May 2009 Montaña deTindaya was declared a Site of Cultural Interest, a Natural Monument and Point of Geological Interest. It is also listed as a Unesco Biosphere Reserve.
We did drive past the impressive Casa Alta (The Upper House of Tindaya). One of the features of this restored building is that it is built over 2 floors. It is an Interpretation Centre to enhance the understanding of heritage. It is designated as a historical artistic asset.
When we were here the Centre was closed and appeared to have been so for some time.
Written January 25, 2021
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JanQQQ
Braunschweig, Germany1,660 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
... so pleasant.
Tindaya is one of the prettiest places on the island and I recommend parking the car near the church to walk for half an hour or even a whole hour in the village.
Then you can have a coffee in the restaurant “Podomorfos” and treat yourself to a cold water. Or an ice-cold beer on tap.
The view from their terrace of the Holy Mount Tindaya is unobstructed, wonderful for relaxing in the late afternoon hours.
I'm on my 6th birthday. Sometimes on this island and I'm drawn here every time.
No action, nothing. Just a quiet view of a reddish shimmering mountain - and the idea of how early people climbed up here to pay homage to their God and be close to him.
Tindaya is one of the prettiest places on the island and I recommend parking the car near the church to walk for half an hour or even a whole hour in the village.
Then you can have a coffee in the restaurant “Podomorfos” and treat yourself to a cold water. Or an ice-cold beer on tap.
The view from their terrace of the Holy Mount Tindaya is unobstructed, wonderful for relaxing in the late afternoon hours.
I'm on my 6th birthday. Sometimes on this island and I'm drawn here every time.
No action, nothing. Just a quiet view of a reddish shimmering mountain - and the idea of how early people climbed up here to pay homage to their God and be close to him.
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Written November 22, 2024
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Dama-svk
Dublin, Ireland22 contributions
Sep 2017 • Family
There are signs that that the pathway is closed. It is starting beautifully with few ruins and great build path but it seems it is not finished. What a pity. But if you want adventure, it is worthy to try. A lots of unofficial pathways can lead you on the top of the mountain. We tried to do it with 19 months old girl and 7 years boy but later it was too risky, so we gave up in the middle. But I have to say it was great experience on this island and it is great walk for all explorers. And use proper shoes.
Written September 27, 2017
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koogar
Basel, Switzerland49 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
I rented a villa in Tindaya, and I believed this would be a nice hike to the top. I was completely wrong. There are several signs "No Entry" and there are no parking, even if you just want to take a picture. It is plain wrong to advertise this as a tourist destination, if you cannot do anything
Written September 18, 2017
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hjd1984
Bristol, UK56 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
Many reviews mention the mountain is closed. Apart from a sign at the bottom, there's no reason why this is 'shut' nor is there anything to stop you from climbing. There isn't a path as such - this is a proper scramblers climb. Views at the top worth it.
Written May 17, 2017
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Skynet45
Great Malvern, UK236 contributions
Mar 2019
Tindaya was held to be sacred by the aboriginal peoples of Fuerteventura probably because it stands out to be so different from its surroundings. This is because it is unusually composed of Trachyte rock which is much lighter than the surrounding weathered basaltic lava from the ancient northern shield volcano. The Trachyte is also beautifully patterned which also adds to its mystery. There are aboriginal carvings higher up on the mountain. The Trachyte rock has been widely used as decorative stone in building and there is a disused quarry about a third of the way up which has beautiful exposures of the patterned Trachyte (Liesgang Rings).
I visited here in a geology field trip in March 2019.
I visited here in a geology field trip in March 2019.
Written April 3, 2019
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globetrotter
Dubai, United Arab Emirates1,507 contributions
Mar 2018
This volcano was considered sacred by the a ancient locals, we stopped by for some photo opportunities but didn’t hike up the mountain.
Not the most spectator mountain/volcano I have ever seen...
Not the most spectator mountain/volcano I have ever seen...
Written March 24, 2018
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bg1055
West Yorkshire, UK20 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
Visited in January 2019. As others have said, apart from the mountain being on google maps, there is no information to guide you as to the mountain's history or importance. It looks like there is a cultural heritage centre being built in the village but it's not yet finished - possibly looks like it could be finished by the summer of 2019. Other than stopping for a photo there isn't much else.
Written January 14, 2019
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StephD383
Fuerteventura, Spain26 contributions
Jun 2016 • Solo
Yes La Montana de Tindaya is gorgeous and has loads of history like this island. Althgouht don`t get too excited you might take pictures of it, walk around it if you can...But might yourself for the owner! Yes the montain as an owner and not a friendly one. He has forbidden anyone ,yes anyone even is own people Majojeros to walk - hike on his montain. It has signs everywhere warning the prohibitation to walk there.
Many beautifull pictures can be taking near by ;-)
Many beautifull pictures can be taking near by ;-)
Written July 10, 2016
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the_globetrotters
Norwich, UK366 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
You can't hike up it, all you can do really is drive or walk around it, no pictures of the aboriginal items found so all in all whilst it is a sacred mountain you can not really do anything but look at it
Written September 22, 2024
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Alguien sabe algo sobre como reservar una visita con guia? He leido de personas que la hicieron pero por internet no se encuentra nada...
Anybody knows how to reserve a guided tour? I red about people who recently did it but i haven't found anything about it on the internet...
Qualcuno sa come prenotare una visita guidata? Ho letto di persone che l'hanno fatta recentemente ma su internet non si trova nulla...
Written January 26, 2019
buenas, me podrías sugerir donde coger la visita. He intentado ponerme en contacto con el ayuntamiento u oficina de turismo o algo y nada.
Un saludo
Written September 14, 2018
Don`t think about walking/ hiking this montain IT IS PRIVATE!
Why is it private? I though that there was free access to land in Spain. By the way the views from the walk to the mountain south over Tindaya are much better.
Written December 8, 2017
Ciao a tutti!ma chi di voi è salito...ha chiesto il permesso al comune o si può andare su senza problemi?
Written June 22, 2017
Sono stata a visitare questa montagna di recente 19/12/2018 incuriositi
Dalla storia e dai graffiti dei aborigeni, Non e stato facile trovarla, strada
Sferrato ,siamo arrivati quasi ai suoi piedi, ma è proibito inoltrarsi,piena di divieti, così siamo tornati indietro ,però ce un bel sentiero difronte, salendo per una stradina segnata , puoi guardarla nella sua maestosità
E ne vale la pena, il silenzio e paesaggio intorno lo trovo magico, ma niente graffiti, non serve pubblicizzare, cose che non puoi vedere.
Written December 25, 2018
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