The Cactus Gardens by Cesar Manrique.

Guatiza was the area of Lanzarote where most Cactus cultivation took place. The Cacti where grown as a home to the cochenille beetle. In turn the insects were farmed for their production of Carmine dye, a bright purple colouring.

Cesar Manrique took the opportunity to convert an abandoned mine into this wonderful Cactus garden. This was the last major work of the islands favourite artist.

The surrounding areas home the islands largest cactus plantations which created income for the island up to the end of the 19th century.

The garden has over 4,500 cacti and 450 different species from over five continents.

Drive along the road until you see an eight meter high cactus.