palmeral of elche
states: [spain]
category: cultural
year: 2000
location: Province of Alicante, Autonomous Community of Valencia
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 38.2666666700, -0.7166666670
last visited: 2011
unesco id: 930
world heritage site: 930
The Palmeral of Elche, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Spain, is a remarkable historic landscape featuring an extensive grove of date palms. Established during the Islamic period between the 7th and 10th centuries, it showcases an intricate irrigation system that has sustained the palm groves for centuries, reflecting advanced agricultural practices of the time. This oasis-like setting also includes traditional huertos (garden plots) and is celebrated for its cultural and botanical significance, offering a unique testament to the region's historical ingenuity and environmental harmony.
