Guinea
Guinea u stóp Risk of Tibataje, together with La Albarrada and Las Montaftetas, it aspires to the honorable title of the oldest settlement on the island. The village is currently not inhabited – instead, an interesting archaeological and ethnographic museum has been set up here, led by Cabildo de El Hierro. During an extremely interesting visit to the Ecomuseo de Guinea you can see, how the Bimbaches lived in caves and volcanic corridors and visit the restored stone houses covered with straw, which are an example of traditional local architecture. The facility also houses the Centro de Recuperación del Lagarto Gigante de El Hierro (The Giant Lizard Breeding Center in El Hierro; opening hours as above; the same ticket as for the Ecomuseo), in which work is underway to recreate this almost extinct genre. Giant lizards can be seen in terrariums.
The most beautiful routes: Jinama Road
Camino de Jinama is one of the oldest trails on the island, formerly used by shepherds around San Andres for seasonal relocations into El Golfo. A well-marked route begins at the Nuestra Seora de Candelaria Church in La Fronter, On the height 300 m n.p.m., and leads up a steep slope to the Mirador de Jinama in height 1230 m n.p.m. During the hike you pass through the laurel forest, and from the vantage points you can admire the breathtaking panorama of El Golfo. The trail is of medium difficulty and is approx. 4 km; it takes approx 4 at, and on the other hand approx 2 time. 30 min.
The Border-Tigaday
Counting approx. 1400 Tigaday residents is the second largest city on the island, which… very hard to find on the map. For most El Hierro cartographic publishers, Around the middle of El Golfo is La Frontera, considered to be the capital of the commune of the same name. In fact, it's a small hamlet on the slope of El Golfo, although it is customary to use this name to describe a whole group of places, which includes Tigaday, Merese, Belgara, The Lapas and the Mocanes, lying so close together, that is hard to recognize, where one ends, and the second begins. Situated along the main Tigaday road, it is perhaps not very attractive for tourists, however, it is the only place (bit Valverde), where you can do more shopping or refuel (one of the three gas stations operating on the island). According to the inhabitants, it is in the area of La Frontera-Tigaday that the island's social life is concentrated - while in Valverde it is 15.30 it's hard to meet a living spirit, so much Tigaday buzzes with bustle until late at night.
Before the opening of the tunnel connecting Guarazoca with El Golfo, access to this part of the island was a bit complicated – the road led up the mountain first, along the steep slopes of the valley, then plunged steeply, do La Frontery. The old road is passable to this day, however, it is mainly used by tourists, residents prefer a much faster new route. Busy do Valverde and Well of Health odjeżdżają z Terminal de Guaguas.
When it comes to sightseeing, then you definitely have to go to La Frontera. Stoi tam XVII-wieczna Church of Our Lady of Candlemas, rebuilt in the 19th century. However, the attention of visitors is not so much drawn to the church, what a fancifully located belfry. The small white building is separated from the main body of the temple and rises slightly higher, on the red volcanic hill of Montana de Joapira. The approach to the bell tower is short, but steep, ale panorama The Gulf, which stretches from the surrounding terrace, it rewards the effort. The Camino de Jinama begins in the square in front of the church
The choice of accommodation and restaurants in the area is much greater than in Valverde, so if someone is planning to spend a few days on the island, should choose this place for the base. Thanks to the wide offer, everyone can find something for themselves. The cheapest accommodation (20 €) offers a slightly run-down guesthouse Guanche and Atlantico. A very pleasant place is Hotelito Ida Ines and the charming rustic El Sitio. If someone is planning to stay in the area for a few days, he should definitely rent an apartment. Recommended places are, above all, Complejo Rural La Bruita – it grows in a beautiful half-hectare garden 12 apartments (2-7-you.), and there is also a swimming pool at guests' disposal, and even a tennis court. You can stay at the Apartamentos Frontera, Apartments Jucar oraz w Apartments La Palmera. An interesting option is houses for rent, m.in. way, but luxurious (three bedrooms are waiting for five people, two bathrooms, salon, dining room, kitchen, terrace and swimming pool) Villalahiedra. Half cheaper, and equally charming is El Lunchón. Just like in other towns, also here you can eat well. Persons, who want to try traditional island cuisine, they should go to El Guanche or Frontera. An interesting mix of Canarian and Italian cuisine can be tasted at II Pomodoro, and Canarian-Chinese in Don-Din recommended by the residents 2. Good sandwiches are served at Zumeńa Arepera El Gurapo. For dinner and an evening drink, you can go to the Asador Artero or La Tasquita pub.