The Laurel Forest of La Gomera island, in the Canary archipelago, looks like something from the age of the dinosaurs. Because it is from the age of the dinosaurs. It’s lush and eerie, with trees that grow horizontally along the ground like enormous vines. In recent times, the UNESCO-protected forest has been threatened by building, forestry and tourists. But locals are figuring out ways to protect this special place. The World’s Gerry Hadden went to see for himself.
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