Park
Parque del Castillo de la Luz
2 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Edoardo
June 18, 2022
Located on the southern coast of La Isleta, the Castillo de la Luz (Castle of Light) defended the natural harbour of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for several centuries. Built in 1494 on top of the foundations of an existing fort from the time of the conquest by the Castilians, this solid square-shaped fortress, which was equipped with a platform for 11 cannons, nevertheless suffered severe damages during the invasion of Dutch pirates in 1599 when it was more or less burned to the ground. Since then the two-storey building has been rebuilt, extended and improved. Indeed, in 1941 the Castillo de la Luz was declared a national historic monument. This well-preserved fortress was further restored in 1998 and serves today as a cultural and exhibition centre for national and international events.
Located on the southern coast of La Isleta, the Castillo de la Luz (Castle of Light) defended the natural harbour of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for several centuries. Built in 1494 on top of the foundations of an existing fort from the time of the conquest by the Castilians, this solid square-shaped…
Matteo
September 5, 2021
This XV century castle houses Martin Chirino Foundation is a great combination of modern sculpture and old building. There is a permanent exhibition of Martin Chirinos 25 iron works from all his creative periods. In the surrounding park there is a lovely outside cafè were you can relax while children play safely.
Parque del Castillo de la Luz by Airbnb Experiences
Get to know this iconic landmark through Airbnb Experiences, small group activities led by locals
Location
13 C. Gordillo
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, CN