 Antigua is one of the oldest villages on the island. Built in the XVIIIth century, Antigua once was the capital of the island but only for a very short time (one year !) before the honor was handled to La Oliva, then later on to Puerto del Rosario.
The actual population is about 3.000 and the commune spreads on 250 km².
On the main street running through the town is the Casa Museo Arqueologico-etnografico (Arqueologic and Ethnographic Museum) : the building contains a collection of important and fascinating archeological finds. Highlights here include fertility idols, an idol frieze that was discovered near La Oliva, and also numerous farming implements.
 The Centro Insular de Artesania, next to the museum, documents traditional arts and crafts. Also Try a visit to the 'Casa Santa Maria' where you can watch the local artists at work and purchase some of the hand made products from the quaint local shop.
The church of santa Maria de Antigua which has now been fully restored is open to the public from 10am until 6pm, and there's also a church museum (Museo de Arte Sacro).
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Other interesting places in the commune of Antigua:
- La iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Antigua
- Las ermitas de San Isidro Labrador (Triquivijate),
- San Roque (Casillas de Morales),
- Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe (Agua de Bueyes)
- San Francisco Javier (Las Pocetas).
More information:
- www.ayto-antigua.es
- www.fuerteventuraturismo.com |
