On October 30, 2024, the Government of the Canary Islands commemorated the 70th anniversary of La Caldera de Taburiente National Park, which was declared a national park on the same date in 1954. The celebration took place at the park's visitor center, attended by regional officials including Mariano Hernández Zapata, the regional minister for Ecological Transition and Energy.
Zapata highlighted the collective effort over the past seven decades to protect this natural treasure, emphasizing the park's importance as a heritage site for all Canarians. He stated, 'La Palma is home to a great natural jewel, and our duty is to protect and preserve it for future generations.'
Juan Ramón Felipe, the Vice President of the Cabildo of La Palma, referred to La Caldera de Taburiente as 'the beating heart of La Palma,' urging attendees to renew their commitment to conservation and to become guardians of this vital ecosystem.
According to Carlos García, the Director of the State Administration in La Palma, the celebration should instill pride and responsibility within the local community, as the park serves as a key ecosystem in the region and is recognized as a World Biosphere Reserve.
La Caldera de Taburiente, covering an area of 4,387.88 hectares, is characterized by its unique biodiversity, including a high percentage of endemic flora and fauna, many of which are protected. Its landscape features volcanic cliffs, ravines, waterfalls, and archaeological sites, underscoring its cultural and ecological significance.
The event concluded with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque and a thematic talk led by Ángel Palomares, the park director, on ongoing conservation efforts.