Guía de Gran Canaria Commemorates 500-Year Milestone with Local and Institutional Gathering

On Sunday, December 1st, Guía de Gran Canaria marked its 500-year milestone with an official commemorative event held at the front of the Church. The ceremony, presided over by the Mayor, Alfredo Gonçalves Ferreira, and the Vice-President of the Gran Canaria Island Council, Augusto Hidalgo, brought together representatives from local institutions and municipal members. The event aimed to reiterate the memory of the municipality, its identity, and the contributions of those who have shaped these five centuries of history.

• The event highlighted Guía’s rich historical roots and cultural heritage, emphasizing the importance of preserving and celebrating its past.
• Local residents and stakeholders were encouraged to participate in the festivities, which included a variety of cultural activities and historical exhibitions.
• Mayor Alfredo Gonçalves Ferreira emphasized the need for Guía to continue building on its strong foundations and future-oriented commitments, as it looks towards the next 500 years.