📜 Monument commemorating the original prime meridian and the historical zero meridian.🔍 Historically considered the westernmost point of the old world, located in El Hierro, Spain, and defined as the prime meridian since ancient Greece. It also marks the westernmost Spanish land at Punta de Orchilla. # Why Go🗺️ Explore a significant geographic marker and a site of historical cartographic significance🌅 Enjoy panoramic views of volcanic landscapes and the westernmost point of the old world🚶 Enjoy a scenic and manageable walk to the monument from the main road/4x4 parking📸 Capture views of the westernmost Spanish land# Why Avoid⚠️ Access road is dirt and marked for 4x4s only, or requires walking the final stretch.# Tips🅿️ Park conventional cars by the main asphalt road to Faro de Orchilla. 🗺️ Follow signs towards Faro de Orchilla, then for the meridian.💧 Bring water for the walk (approx. 20 minutes) from the 4x4 road/parking.