This is an area rich in water and fertile earth for the cultivation of wine.
Midway up the mountain, the pine forest begins and continues to the limits of Teide National Park.
Of added interest is a series of caves and volcanic tubes among which can be found the world's most extensive and beautiful, Cueva del Viento (Cave of the Wind).
Also worth a visit is the Candelaria Cave.
Among the typical island celebrations is the popular Festival of Las Tablas (boards) held on the eve of St. Andrew when the new wine is tasted.
Young people slide along the raised streets on boards that have been placed for the occasion.
A large exhibit of regional handicrafts can be enjoyed in the Municipal Crafts Centre (Centro Municipal de Artesanía).
Municipal Offices in ICOD DE LOS VINOS:
Plaza de León Huertas, s/n
38430 Icod de los Vinos
Telephone: 922 869 600
Fax: 922 869 643
Web: http://www.icoddelosvinos.com
E-mail: alcaldia@icoddelosvinos.com
Holidays in the municipality of ICOD DE LOS VINOS:
1st Januray - Fiestas del Cristo - last week of September and first of October
4th March - Martes de Carnaval (Not working day)
25th April - San Marcos (Not working day)