{"id":2984,"date":"2024-08-16T10:20:44","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T10:20:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/que-faire-aguimes-gran-canaria-visiter\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T22:17:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T22:17:38","slug":"best-things-to-do-aguimes-gran-canaria-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-aguimes-gran-canaria-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"9 best things to do in Ag\u00fcimes (Gran Canaria): tips + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A well-preserved historic center, houses with colourful walls and statues in every nook and cranny: Ag\u00fcimes is one of our favourites!Here’s our guide to the must-see places<\/strong> in Ag\u00fcimes, Gran Canaria, and useful tips for planning your visit.<\/p>\n\n

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This opinion is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n

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<\/span>Is the historic center of Agu\u00efmes worth a visit?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Yes, Ag\u00fcimes is well worth a visit for its charming historic quarter, one of the most beautiful on Gran Canaria. At every turn along the picturesque, colourful streets, you’ll discover statues or poems!What’s more, it’s the gateway to two superb valleys and ravines.<\/p>\n\n

It’s one of Gran Canaria’s most beautiful towns<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

<\/span>1. Caleton de la Vegueta and his dromedary<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
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The most iconic street in the old town of Ag\u00fcimes is Caleton de la Vegueta. Don’t miss it, with its colorful walls revealing lava stones. These buildings are typical of the Canary Islands: lava stone walls, covered with lime and then colored, making the alleyways more pleasant.<\/p>\n\n

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This alley is also famous for its statue of a dromedary lying along one of its colorful walls. It has become an emblematic symbol of the city. It’s called“El Camello<\/strong>“.This bronze statue pays tribute to the historic importance of camels in the Canary Islands, particularly for transport and agriculture.<\/p>\n\n

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