Is Tenerife on the Verge of Collapse? Local Living in Shanty Towns Raises Concerns

Luxury Developments Squeeze Local Living

Luxury hotel developments and holiday properties are crowding Tenerife, making it increasingly difficult for the island's locals to find homes – with some warning that the island is on the 'brink of collapse'.

Rise of Shanty Towns

Scores of residents have resorted to constructing 'shanty towns' on derelict land, with some living in cars, camper vans, caravans, and ramshackle huts fashioned from scraps. The crisis has led to a call for collective action to 'block' future hotel projects.

Community Resilience Amidst Adversity

Despite the challenges, residents have showcased incredible resourcefulness, building a sense of community spirit in the face of adversity. The encampment has become a melting pot of cultures, with a focus on unity to combat the rapid changes on the island.