{"id":1356,"date":"2024-06-20T18:12:46","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T18:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/parc-archeologique-maipes-agaete\/"},"modified":"2026-06-24T07:27:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T07:27:25","slug":"park-archaeological-maipes-agaete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/park-archaeological-maipes-agaete\/","title":{"rendered":"Maipes Archaeological Park (Agaete): tips + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you visiting Agaete? <strong>Check out the Maipes Archaeological Park<\/strong>! In the heart of a lava field,<strong>imposing<\/strong> basalt<strong>ruins<\/strong> bear witness to the lives and funeral rites of the ancient Canarians. Amidst tumuli dating back over 1300 years, we imagined the past of this beautiful valley, which also offers <strong>superb panoramic views<\/strong> of the surrounding area. This is one of the most impressive burial sites on volcanic soil in the Canary Islands!<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some <strong>useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/visit-archaeological-park-maipes-agaete.jpg\" alt=\"Maipes archaeological park\" class=\"wp-image-1312\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"padding-left:5%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"titre_box_manuscrit wp-block-paragraph\">Content<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_visit_the_Maipes_Archaeological_Site\"><\/span>Why visit the Maipes Archaeological Site?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the park worth a visit? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely worth a visit. The Parque Arqueol\u00f3gico de Maip\u00e9s is an open-air sanctuary set in an ancient lava flow. We discovered over 700 funerary structures, some dating back to the 8th century. The beautiful views over the Agaete valley also impressed us, as did the flora and fauna typical of this volcanic environment.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site offers a fascinating blend of history and magnificent scenery. We think it&#8217;s one of the best things to do in <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-gX3RPqv\/0\/CNwFNtxkbzrmjtkCXwDB96qVjw6kmpVFPFDDcrtRd\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-14-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tumulus\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our favorite moments<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During our visit, we liked it:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The imposing tombs<\/strong> of volcanic stone, whose volume can still be seen in their ancient stature!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The view<\/strong> over a lava landscape and the beautiful Agaete valley.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn more about <strong>the culture of the Canaries&#8217; ancient inhabitants<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-Xvbh4jq\/0\/6KRftN32NbhgWLp62Dp58HcM9mZwPr843G5cSdb4\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-23-L.jpg\" alt=\"Valley view\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">A LITTLE MORE <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">patience<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">All the photos, maps, information and addresses you need to make <strong>your stay in the Canaries<\/strong> a success will <strong>soon<\/strong> be available in a single ebook!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius-waitlist gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ebooks_CorseNormandie_FR.png\" alt=\"Box Ebook Corsica FR\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Maipes_access_and_map\"><\/span>How to get to Maipes: access and map<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the archaeological site?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the eastern town of<a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-las-palmas-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Las Palmas<\/a>: 35min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from Maspalomas: 1h<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the gateway to Tamadaba Nature Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Here is a map to help you find your way:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map-Agaete-dans-Gran-Canaria-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Map of Agaete in Gran Canaria\" class=\"wp-image-919\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Gran Canaria<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain-canary-islands\/gran-canaria?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re planning to explore the mountains, don <strong>&#8216;t<\/strong> take <strong>the smallest cars<\/strong>. A more powerful engine will be more comfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>But don&#8217;t take too big a car either, as some roads are narrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s a lot of demand and it&#8217;s an island, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large voiture_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Driving\/i-FXBKL7Q\/1\/C432TQvrLtk7Fzt3jdL3g8XCdWtF4krHtKv9zvKg6\/S\/gran-Canaria-rental-car-driving-S.jpg\" alt=\"driving in Gran Canaria\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/spain-canary-islands\/gran-canaria?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See available cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-gran-canaria-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read our tips<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site can be reached by car via the GC-2 road along Gran Canaria&#8217;s coast. It is well indicated. A number of buses also provide access to the park, dropping you off in nearby downtown Agaete (buses 103, 101, 105).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-q2M6QDd\/0\/Zc9WPC84SsShfcJF9KmpD2PXXGQ9hzRwM5KNtCmR\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-03-L.jpg\" alt=\"Panel\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can park in the street next to the site or in front of the soccer stadium where there is a parking lot.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Useful_tips_duration_schedules_difficulties%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Useful tips: duration, schedules, difficulties&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best time to visit, opening hours and prices<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Given the aridity of the site and the possible increase in visitor numbers in summer, we advise you to visit in the morning or at the end of the day. You&#8217;ll also avoid too much sun!<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Closed on Mondays. In winter, it&#8217;s open from 10am to 5pm, and in summer from 10am to 6pm. The full price is \u20ac3 and the reduced price \u20ac2. More info on the official website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.arqueologiacanaria.com\/maipes_de_agaete\/horariosytarifas-maipesdeagaete.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\"><span>WHERE TO STAY IN<\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Agaete<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Option 1: <\/strong>Puerto de la Nieves by the sea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Hotel Occidental Costa Negra, with view &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/roca-negra-spa.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Hotel Puerto de la Nieves, near the beach &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/puerto-de-las-nieves.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Hotel-Occidental-Negra\/i-kDn7T69\/0\/FZBHJ8dvRHX4NxPDZPD9h3NqThPFJXkRZ9KHN9Kst\/S\/hotel-occidental-costa-negra-S.jpg\" alt=\"Occidental Costa Negra Hotel\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Option 2: in the old town and valley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Here you&#8217;ll find mainly apartments and small houses for rent, in a quiet location and at lower prices than in the major seaside resorts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li class=\"ul_box\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=-369207&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2421274&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See top-rated and available accommodations<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Villages-towns\/i-ZKqfqFH\/0\/D5JtMmQLkWPVfpX4nRxvqZLPPcPLs2ffG6rWX77fc\/S\/Pueblo_agaete-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Radisson Blu\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Length of visit and main difficulties<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow 1 hour to visit the entire site. The site is partly accessible to people with reduced mobility. The paths are passable and well laid out.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-z97HMk7\/0\/DLBXhqrXNHVNtKLqHHdGwmhT6vssHhVzZ8j7rXgd5\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-16-L.jpg\" alt=\"Path\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advice on how to visit<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s no set direction for your visit, but we recommend you start at the interpretation center. He told us all the secrets about the archaeological site and gave us a better understanding of the burial mounds and associated rituals when we ventured outside. Once on the lava field, follow the red dirt paths and information panels that will guide you among the tombs. Take the opportunity to admire the scenery and the view of the Agaete valley!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-vzS5rWV\/0\/cxvhnRbX8QDQkCjxnZT5XMkWHdWPhgvFvSZMZWTq\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-06-L.jpg\" alt=\"Plan\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catering, toilets and facilities<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are no catering facilities on the archaeological site. Instead, we recommend heading for the center of Agaete or its waterfront, which is packed with seafood restaurants!<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are toilets on site.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-3qfHr26\/0\/kTKCngDVjGfBCk7gSLLBjznBnwWh2c92WMCx7f9w\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-08-L.jpg\" alt=\"Building\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">DISCOVER <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Agaete<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Agaete<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/playa-nieves-plage-agaete-2\/\">Playa de las Nieves<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-las-salinas-agaete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural pools of Agaete<\/a>: Las Salinas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/park-archaeological-maipes-agaete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maipes archaeological site<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/route-valley-agaete-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete Valley<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Villages-towns\/i-DxwRWqM\/0\/Cc7mvTmm8Zgb8r8w89GqpLw7XgMTHJmjzDNLbf3Sc\/S\/Puerto_de_Las_Nieves_1-S.jpg\" alt=\"Agaete seaside\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_witness_to_Canary_civilization\"><\/span>A witness to Canary civilization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The ancient inhabitants of the Canaries<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to the interpretive panels and the interpretation center, we learned a lot about the ancient Canaries! This population came from North Africa with seeds and livestock. Although they had more advanced knowledge, they went back to living as if in the Stone Age, given the few resources the Canaries had to offer. These groups of people have thus developed a specific local culture, based on ancient traditions.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-FV9DRXw\/0\/CpFsgn73M4HKSncWzVcw2KQdNt4kWzMLXjzFjKCZr\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-09-L.jpg\" alt=\"Stones and explanatory panel\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We found this out by observing the tombs and understanding the funeral rites of the aborigines. As well as burying their dead in caves or burial mounds, they also mummified some of their bodies. A sign of belief in an afterlife?<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Archaeological-sites\/i-kCB4FRk\/0\/CJmxZnjd9cnfkfPTTnDZfRZJJ86Tf4q3hcjFBKWXR\/L\/ruins_Maipes-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tumulus\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The cemetery and its unique burial mounds<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We were amazed by the number of graves in the park. There are 678 of them! Although they vary in size and shape, tumuli are distinguished by their imposing size and circular form. In the past, some of them were over 7m in diameter. Tomb 33, one of the restored tumuli, is over 4m wide. Also built of skilfully layered volcanic stone, a wall encircled the cemetery, symbolizing the boundary between the world of the living and that of the dead. We caught a glimpse of the remains at certain points on the site.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-XpC4fTJ\/0\/DpKVvtVcbDKmTn2gtjPzmkPHZLVcGkd7pmbk4vcHb\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tumulus\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walking through the park, we could see holes inside the collapsed burial mounds. It was in this lower section that the bodies were deposited. Some of the tombs have been restored, allowing us to imagine the colorful peaks that once crowned the towers. We were transported into this mysterious past.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-qfdLqb9\/0\/L6KBQBZfbFPkVfZNKNFDGMkHh6xmhcsfVc4rvh4X\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-20-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hole\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_archaeological_park_in_the_heart_of_an_astonishing_natural_setting\"><\/span>An archaeological park in the heart of an astonishing natural setting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A volcanic geology<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scattered across a field of lava, the tombs belong to a grandiose landscape known as <em>maipes<\/em>! This word, derived from <em>malpais<\/em> in Canarian, means petrified lava in the shape of small volcanic stones, and perfectly echoes what we admired. A lava flow over 3,000 years old that extends into the magnificent Agaete Valley.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-mgPTzTQ\/0\/DjVcq6Jv84fJLKgLqLhSvcrs9TqRNTghm9rjtFSb9\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-21-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tumulus\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The panorama of the hinterland is truly superb. We were struck by the contrast between the dark aridity of the archaeological park and the denser vegetation of the surrounding mountains. 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to enter Parc de Maipes, you have to pay an entrance fee. But the price is still very reasonable. Count \u20ac3 to discover this unique archaeological and natural site!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Maipes\/i-XJPJK55\/0\/zsXGqGhVF45w7xrhDvVfpGKqt5VL2gpWD7VHJh3F\/L\/gran-canaria-agaete-site-archeologique-maipes-10-L.jpg\" alt=\"Path\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the attractions around the Maipes Archaeological Site?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in the town of<a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete<\/a>, Parc de Maipes is next to other attractions that are well worth discovering. For example, we recommend<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visiter-jardin-huerto-flores-agaete-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The El Huerto de las Flores botanical garden<\/a> is just a few minutes&#8217; walk away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The beautiful and fun <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/piscines-naturelles-salinas-agaete-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Las Salinas natural pools<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beautiful beaches such as Playa de las Nieves and <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/playa-guayedra-plage-agaete-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Playa de Guayedra<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Natural-pools\/i-PgNhRKQ\/0\/tNRHNd5ghM7xdJkJ2S7vdJPjzNpkqmfGLc5QqW3t\/L\/Agaete_natural_pools_1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Natural pool\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Las Salinas natural pools<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"><span>PLAN<\/span> YOUR TRIP TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Gran Canaria<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ul_box wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-landscapes-gran-canaria-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful landscapes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-cities-gran-canaria-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns and villages<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful beaches<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-gran-canaria-lagoons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-archaeological-sites-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Archaeological sites<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-museums-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best museums<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleures-excursions-bateau-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best boat tours<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-gran-canaria-secret-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Secret places, off the beaten track<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best-of\/i-8qV2fwm\/0\/98eb2a07\/S\/Roque-Nublo-S.jpg\" alt=\"Roque Nublo\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">25 tips for a successful trip to Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-time-visit-gran-canaria-weather\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When to go?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-gran-canaria-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to get around<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-gran-canaria-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to rent a car in Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/driving-gran-canaria-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driving tips<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleures-excursions-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best excursions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-5-days-gran-canaria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-6-days-gran-canaria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-gran-canaria-one-week-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-10-days-gran-canaria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-gran-canaria-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Driving\/i-rqnNnCs\/1\/4b657343\/S\/gran-Canaria-rental-car-driving-3-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Gran Canaria\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The must-dos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-las-palmas-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Las Palmas and its historic center<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/dolphin-watching-gran-canaria-whales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolphin watching in Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/dunes-maspalomas-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maspalomas dunes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-puerto-mogan-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Puerto de Mogan (Little Venice)<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete and its natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-aguimes-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The magnificent town of Ag\u00fcimes<\/a><br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best-of\/i-wqpn8vC\/0\/85607396\/S\/Gran-Canaria-dolphins-S.jpg\" alt=\"Dolphin in Gran Canaria\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/claire-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-nsNF6C6\/0\/Cs2F5n96pkt9xFD9D3SVqmQspMhrKgN75nHgBqmjG\/L\/Claire-L.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE MADE THE TRIP <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Claire<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire img_julie\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/julie-joly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-T3sDhGd\/0\/CrBSnP9JCLV3gSG4MfSQMF7p5T5WvCMbtWr4wqQ2D\/L\/julie-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE WROTE THE ARTICLE \n <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Julie<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you visiting Agaete? Check out the Maipes Archaeological Park! In the heart of a lava field,imposing basaltruins bear witness to the lives and funeral rites of the ancient Canarians. Amidst tumuli dating back over 1300 years, we imagined the past of this beautiful valley, which also offers superb panoramic views of the surrounding area. 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