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GEOHERITAGE
卷 14, 期 2, 页码 -出版社
SPRINGER HEIDELBERG
DOI: 10.1007/s12371-022-00680-1
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Tuff; Heritage stone; Architectural heritage; Canary Islands; Masonry
Arucas Stone is a welded tuff quarried in the town of Arucas on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Archipelago. It has been used for centuries for various purposes including building, manufacturing, and carving. The quarrying and economic activities related to this stone have significantly impacted the history and economy of Arucas, and it is considered for Global Heritage Stone designation due to its historical importance.
Arucas Stone (Piedra de Arucas) is a welded tuff quarried in the town of Arucas, on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Archipelago. This rock has been quarried for centuries, not only for building but also for many other purposes, such as manufacturing water cisterns or conduits, and especially for carving. The quarrying and economic activity related to this stone have profoundly shaped the history and economy of the city of Arucas, in terms not only of extraction, but also of a highly valued local artisan tradition of stone carving. Immigrants from the Canary Islands even brought this stone to several countries in South America, where it was used to erect numerous important architectural heritage sites. Nowadays, this stone is only quarried in two areas, even though it is often required for the restoration and rehabilitation of historical buildings. Its special characteristics, and, above all, its historical importance, make this stone a prime candidate for Global Heritage Stone designation.
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