26/08/2026
Maspalomas in the 1950s: before the tourist boom!
Hard to believe this is the same coastline, isn't it? Long before the luxury hotels, vibrant promenades, and resorts arrived in the 1960s, the iconic Maspalomas Lighthouse stood almost entirely alone.
Instead of bustling streets, the land behind the lighthouse was dominated by tomato fields, banana plantations, and quiet countryside. You can even see the original, untouched shoreline of La Charca lagoon with just a handful of small huts! Today, this area has transformed into one of Gran Canaria’s most famous destination spots.
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