Cave of Jameos del Agua
Jameos del Agua Cave (“Water Cave”) is part of a long volcanic tunnel formed by lava flow during the eruption of Corona Volcano about 3,000 years ago. It is part of an extensive Atlantic volcanic cave system in the northeastern part of the island of Lanzarote.
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In 1965, local artist César Manrique decided to transform this volcanic landscape, and three years later the island’s administration opened a unique entertainment complex – it was completed in 1987. An auditorium with a seating capacity of about 600 people was built here.
.Steps lead to an underground restaurant with a dance floor and bar. A 100 meter long path leads to the Jameo Grande, a giant cave 62 meters long, 19 meters wide and 21 meters high. The trail crosses an underground salt tidal lagoon with crystal clear water, home to a unique species of almost blind albino crabs. This part of the cave has been transformed into a lush tropical garden around an emerald green artificial lake.
At the far end of Jameo Grande, a stunning underground hall opens up. It is renowned for its excellent acoustics and is regularly used for concerts and the prestigious Lanzarote Visual Music Festival. Nearby is the scientific institute that studies the volcanic nature of the island – where tourists can see an interesting exhibition on geology, flora and fauna.
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