Barlovento

Barlovento is a municipality is situated in the north of the island of La Palma.  It has an area of 43.55 square kilometers and a population of 2,387 inhabitants, according to the 2008 census.  Its altitude is 548 meters above sea level, and it has 6.43 kilometers of coastline.

The current municipality of Barlovento matches the canton or lordship of prehispanic Tagaragre.  At the end of the conquest, the land and waters were distributed among the participants in the campaigns.  In the year 1508, Alonso Fernandez de Lugo was to share fifteen parcels for farming, at the end of Barlovento, with his nephew, Pedro Fernandez Senorino.

Through the port of Talavera, Barlovento joined the triangular trade characteristic of the islands after colonization.  The end of the sugar cycle, in the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries, marks the beginning of the replacement of the reeds through the vineyards, making wine the main product of export for the economy.  With the implementation of the provisions of the Constitution adopted by the Cortes of Cadiz in 1812, Barlovento became its own city.

Attractions
Volcanic cones.  Barlovento has several cones and craters of ancient volcanoes.  One that is highlighted is La Laguna, located in the upper village.  This crater is the largest on the island.  Next to this lake, there is a large space that has a recreational playground, camping area, kitchen, tables and other services

Religious buildings. The church of Our Lady of the Rosary, located in the downtown area, is the most important religious building.  Built in the sixteenth century, its interior houses the interesting Flemish image of Our Lady of the Rosary, patron saint of the town.  It dates from the sixteenth century.  Another interesting place to visit is the Church of Estanislao.
The Fajana pools. These are natural pools north of the old lighthouse of Punta where one can enjoy bathing in the sea.
La Tosca. This is a small hamlet that is located within walking distance of the town along the road toward Gallegos.  It has a panoramic view (from the viewpoint of Tosca) of the area north of the island that includes the villages of Gallegos, French and Tablado belonging to the municipality of Garafia.
Forests. Barlovento has a significant stand of trees: laurel, pine, vinatigos, and fayas, among others.  An extensive network of tracks and roads provides direct contact with the lush vegetation.  Other attractions include Puerto Talavera, Lookout Mountain Mill, Bay of Fajana, and Regos Flax.