Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Lourdes
Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Lourdes
Chapel of Our Lady of Lourdes (Garojonay National Park, 38830 La Palmita) — the white Chapel of Lourdes and its tiny delicate bell is found in the middle of the dense El Cedro forest along the most emblematic footpath of Garajonay National Park: the walk through the El Cedro Forest. To get to this must-see spot you simply need to walk about 700 meters from the hamlet of El Cedro, near the town of Hermigua in the north of the island.
This captivating spot is the scene for one of the most famous religious processions in the island of La Gomera and its fascinating history is a reflection of the diverse culture that defines the Canary Islands: the chapel was built thanks to money from a British woman who worked in La Gomera as a governess for an Italian family and wanted to erect this sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, a well-known French dedication.