CUEVA DE CUATRO PUERTAS

CUEVA DE CUATRO PUERTAS: AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE TO BE EXPLORED

A few minutes from Telde, in the east of Gran Canaria is one of the most interesting places for those who want to learn about the island's ancient history: the Cueva de Cuatro Puertas. It is a complex of caves dug by hand by the Cheeks, the first inhabitants of the island, probably used for religious ceremonies and as a place to live.

The site is located high up on a promontory, from which there is a beautiful view of the coast and the surrounding plains.

 🌟 Why Visit the Cueva de Cuatro Puertas?

• It is a well-preserved archaeological site and uncrowded.
• The caves are easy to reach and the path is short.
• From the top there is a wide view of the surrounding landscape.
• It is a quiet place where one can imagine what life was like on the island centuries ago.

🚩 What to see

• Cuatro Puertas: the main cave with four entrances carved into the rock. Probably used for religious rituals.
• Almogarén: a room with a stone altar, possibly related to natural or astronomical rites.
• Cuevas de los Papeles: a series of small caves, possibly used as dwellings or storage areas.
• Cuevas de los Pilares: caves with niches in the walls, where important objects were probably stored.

 How to get there 

By car: from Telde, follow the GC-10 to a fork that leads towards the Camino Cuatro Puertas. From there, a dirt road (passable by car) leads directly to the site.
On Foot: from the parking area, a short path (approx. 5 minutes' walk) leads to the entrance of the cave.
By bus: the lines connecting Telde do not go directly to the site, so the car is the most convenient option.

 Useful Tips

• The terrain is a little uneven: comfortable shoe rack.
• It is a ideal place to take photos, especially in the late afternoon when sunlight enters the caves.
• There are no barriers or fences: it is important respect the site and do not touch or damage anything.

A place off the beaten track

If you are interested in history and want to see something different, the Cueva de Cuatro Puertas is perfect for a short but interesting visit. A silent and suggestive corner of the island, still little known.