Gran Canaria
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista de Arucas
Spectacular neo-Gothic church
2 Párroco Morales
Arucas, Gran Canaria 35400
Nearest Train: Bus: 206
This is one of the best examples of neo-Gothic architecture in the Canary Islands, designed by the Catalan architect, Manuel Vega March, in 1909. The use of blue stone and the fine work on the towers reflect the expertise and traditional command of the art of masonry, for which the craftsmen of this northern area were known. The whole village contributed towards its construction, and it was finally opened in 1917, although the towers did not go up until many years later, in 1977. Inside, there are various works by the local painter, Cristóbal Hernández de Quintano, the recumbent statue of Christ by Manuel Ramos from Arucas and other works by Flemmish and Italian artists. The church is known as the Catedral de Arucas. Mass: 6.30pm Mon-Fri; 6 & 8pm Sat; 8.30am, 11.30am & 7pm Sun
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