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Hike to Roque de Anambro, Tenerife Island, Canary Islands

Roque de Anambro (845m/2 772ft a.s.l.) is a volcanic dome located in the Anaga massif. There's a hiking trail (T2) leading to the summit. According to a modern legend, it was from this rock that Beneharo , Mencey de Anaga, jumped into the void after fleeing from the conquerors . Legend has it that he climbed to the top of Roque Anambro and before jumping, Beneharo questioned whether it was better to give up or jump . He decided to die in freedom and after shouting ¡Guañoth Achamán ! (" Help me my God! "), he threw himself into the void. It is said that he fell on a holly tree , impregnating it with blood. They say that this is why the hollyhock has red fruits, due to the blood spilled by Beneharo.
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