Tenerife’s camera and sensor “scandal”: British visitors warned

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Controversial changes at Tenerife’s number one attraction – tourists need to be careful. Tenerife’s Teide National Park has a new camera and sensors. British newspapers are “warning” Brits. Credit: Balate.Dorin, Shutterstock.

Sunseekers, Smile – You’re on the camera… A 1.8 million euro system of cameras and sensors is deployed at the entrance to Teide National Park, but settle down before you scream “Big Brother!” Find out the real reason why the island installed cameras and sensors.

Local reports say the move is part of an environmental strategy that tracks the number of visitors to parks listed on the UNESCO list, protecting and preventing their vulnerable ecosystems. Overcrowding – Especially during peak hours.

Canary Paper I’ll notify you in the diary The goal is to enhance the overall experience by controlling the number of all visitors 1 time. It’s not about selecting or restricting someone based on nationality.

Despite Tenerife’s “Declaration of War with Tourists” and the British headlines “Targeting British people with cameras and sensors,” this is not about spying on tourists.

Tenerife’s beloved natural wonder attracts millions of visitors a year, and as footsteps rise, the island’s authorities are keen to keep things sustainable. Smart Tech helps monitor usage and guide future maintenance efforts.

No, it’s not a tourist trap – it’s a people’s counter. But if you’re heading towards the hill, just Know that Teide is currently maintaining the count.

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