Pope Leo XIV Concludes Visit to Gran Canaria

The pontiff bids farewell to the faithful after a day of events on the island, marked by traffic disruptions and significant activities.

Generic image of the Canary Islands volcanic landscape with Teide.
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Generic image of the Canary Islands volcanic landscape with Teide.

Pope Leo XIV has concluded his visit to Gran Canaria, bidding farewell to the faithful after a day marked by various events and media attention.

The pontiff's visit to the island generated considerable anticipation, culminating in his farewell to attendees. During his stay, several official events and meetings took place.
Pope Leo XIV's itinerary in Gran Canaria included significant meetings and religious ceremonies, attracting numerous faithful and extensive media coverage. The visit also led to traffic restrictions on several key island routes, such as the GC-1 and GC-3, to facilitate the events.

"It is a privilege."

The pilot of the papal plane
The pilot of the aircraft that transported Pope Leo XIV to Gran Canaria expressed his satisfaction, calling the mission a privilege. The visit has been extensively covered by national and international media, highlighting the organization and reception on the island.
In parallel to the papal visit, other news of interest in the region includes the acquisition of assets from the bankruptcy of Santana Cazorla by Lopesan for 31.2 million euros, and the announcement of the 'El Baifo Tour' by artist Quevedo, which includes a nod to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.