In this part of the Barranco you actually feel like you have been transported back to another, long-ago era in world history. The unusually large ferns, the deep gorge in the upper part of the valley and the two aqueducts impressed us most on this tour.

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The dense laurel forest in the northeast of La Palma will transport you to another world. Giant trees, lush mosses, and a jungle-like panorama dominate the scene. The lush laurel forest is one of the most beautiful scenic highlights in the area.

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