Over the past weekend, the Adeje Folklore School group organised the Water Route, an enchanting event that was initiated in 2016 to commemorate the history, customs, trades, and traditions depicting the deep-rooted relationship between the people of Adeje and water.
The significance of this precious element paved the way for the progress of the municipality, leading to the establishment of numerous hydraulic infrastructures that are still in existence today. This route is specifically designed to highlight the real estate properties that form a part of the municipal historical legacy and to reminisce about the chapters in the lives of the ancestors, revolving around water and their journey through canals and fountains, starting from the entrance of the Infierno ravine up to the Strong house.
INTIMATE BOND
Adeje town has maintained a unique and intimate bond with water for centuries, which was crucial not just for agriculture and sustenance in the past, but also for the economic progress of the municipality and its residents, shaping their way of life.
The Infierno ravine, situated atop the old town, played a pivotal role in this regard, as its water flow allowed the people of Adeje to have access to this valuable resource in a naturally arid region – the South. To achieve this, they diligently worked on pipelines, fountains, aqueducts, and other systems to bring water to the town.
EMERGENCE OF NEW TRADITIONS
The Water Route is a tribute to the path taken by water in the past, originating from the Infierno ravine, coursing through the fountains and channels of Adeje town towards the sea. This journey revolutionized life wherever it flowed, giving rise to new customs, traditions, and activities that contributed to the advancement of the town.
Once again, the diverse performances, which attracted a wide audience of all ages, were carried out by the members of the Adeje Municipal Folklore School, the driving force behind the event. Draped in attire from different eras, they brought back to life the traditions followed by the ancient residents in various locations within the old town of Adeje. This reenactment aligns with the declaration of a water crisis in Tenerife, serving as a reminder of the necessity of preserving this essential resource.
