Monumento al Meridiano
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DosHermanas
N 27° 42.730 W 018° 09.204
27R E 780691 N 3068562
Monument on the western point of El Hierro.
Waymark Code: WMC9WV
Location: Islas Canarias, Spain
Date Posted: 08/14/2011
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The plaque on the monument reads:
Punta de Orchilla - El Hierro
La mas occidental tierra Española
Se levantó este monumento en recuerdo del Meridiano de El Hierro, origen de longitudes en la cartografía de diversos paises europeos hasta mediados del siglo XiX.
Capitanía General de Canarias
27 de Mayo de 1988
A monument to remember the meridian of El Hierro, the origin of longitudes in the mapping of various European countries until the mid-nineteenth century.
To get to the monument, take the unpaved road towards the Orchilla lighthouse for about 3,8 km from the paved road along the western coast. Turn right after a sharp bend to the right. Up till here you can get by regular car. Start hiking from here, unless you drive a 4x4. Enjoy the volcanic scenery!
Visit Instructions:
1. A closeup photo of the waymark with your GPS, or (a part of) you in it, is required.
2. An area photo including the waymark in the view is highly appreciated.