Laurisilva (laurel) Forest — Garajonay National Park
Laurisilva (laurel) Forest — Garajonay National Park
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Laurisilva (laurel) Forest — Garajonay National Park
Hiking
4.8
(665)
Running
5.0
(4)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Parque Nacional de Garajonay
Tips
April 25, 2017
Hiking
The forests in the park are a relic of the Tertiary subtropical laurel forests that were also common in Europe and the Mediterranean (Southern Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia). While these plants disappeared in Europe during the ice ages (in the Mediterranean area during the last ice age), this plant community was able to survive in part on La Gomera, on the other Canary Islands, as well as on Madeira and the Azores (Macaronesian Islands).
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 1,410 m
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