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Entrance + Audioguide for La Casa de Los Balcones House-Museum.
Duration
5 to 60 minutes
Overview
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Travel to the past and enjoy the experience of exploring a canarian townhouse of a canarian family who lived here from the 19th century. You'll discover the family's antiques collection and their uses and customs through the audioguide.
It also embodies a small museum of art and handicrafts, whose unique exhibition is the art of the well-known handicraft ,Calados', an intricate drawn thread work. You'll get informed by the artisans about the history of Calado and how is the technique they use to make it.
As you walk, you'll learn the history of this town, its ancient roots and the canarian cultural traditions.
You can also buy local products, including embroidery, lace, pottery, regional costumes and other souvenirs, like the miniature balconies of La Orotava.