Aguimes is a small town with landscapes and a treasury crafts and legends. The canyon of Barranco De Guayadeque separates the town. It has a beautiful natural feel and has a charming old center with medieval tapered streets and lovely, ochre mud colored houses.
One of the biggest attractions of the city of Aguimes is the Parque De Cocodrilos Zoo, a zoological park that has trained parrots and crocodiles. It is indeed a fascinating place. The two high towers of Parraquio De San Sebastian to be found in the plaza Rosario are declared to be the historic heritage of the town.
Among the beaches, the Playa Del Cabron is known for diving and Playa De Vergas is ideal for the windsurfing are few of the best beaches along the coast of Aguimes and Ingenio.
During September, the town is in a festival mood with the Festival Del Sur. It is an international theatre festival where groups from Africa, South America and Europe participate. This enriching event is a highlight every year for the local as well as the tourists.
Archeological cite called Morro del Cuervo is another attraction where the cave paintings are depicted under the preserved Aguimes Mountains.
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Lanzarote is one of the beautiful Canary Islands situated 79 miles from the African coast. It is of volcanic origin and because of the eruptions in 18th and 19th century many parts appear to be from a different world and are portrayed as ‘Lunar’ and ‘Martin’.
Speaking of volcanoes, Lanzarote has the highest Volcanic Tunnel of the world called Atlantida Tunnel that is 7 km long. Lanzarote has beautiful white beaches like the Playa Blanca, papagayo. The golden sands of the Puerto del Carmen, Black sand at Playa Quemada and bleached white sands in the north just give you an amazing experience.
To let the serenity and style of Lanzarote stay intact there have been regulations on bill boarding and high rise buildings or apartments in Lanzarote.
The main attractions of the Lanzarote apart from the volcanoes and beaches include Castillo De San Jose a modern art gallery with a restaurant, the Wine Museum built over the volcanic lava, the cave of los verdas formed by the lava flows, guinate tropical park and Penguin Paradise which is a home for many species of exotic birds.
Lanzarote experiences a mild dry climate and annual rainfall of about 140mm which makes Lazanrote an ideal year round destination.
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Tenerife is one of the islands of the Canary Islands that a tourist hot spot because of many enjoyable features. As the other islands of Canary Islands, Tenerife also has beautiful beaches and volcanoes but there is some distinct feature in the beaches here. It has natural beaches that have black sand because of the volcanic rocks. If you want to see the golden sandy beaches then you can surely look for man-made beaches created especially for on tourists demand.
Among the volcanoes, Teide Tenerife Volcano is one of the highest volcanoes in Spain. You can actually go up to 3.179 meters up to see the Canary Islands from the top.
How can we forget the Tenerife Carnival- one of the most popular festivals of Spain that is celebrated in every city and town of the Tenerife Island. It not only has disguised people around but there are prizes, competitions of murgas, rondallas, comparas and many more. It starts around February depending on the dates of Easter and lasts up to two weeks.
Arona is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Tenerife Island. It is divided into 4 zones: Playa de las Américas, Cristianos, Galletas and Costa del Silencio. The north island shows you the old canarian culture and the south island gives you the sunshine.
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Gran Canaria one of the Canary Islands located in the Atlantic Ocean, 130 miles North west of African shore. Las Palmas is the capital of the Gran Canaria Island situated in the north east of the island.
Gran Canaria is called the island of contrasts, packed with culture, sandy beaches and a sunny climate. The climate is sub tropical- mild and warm all year round. It is a great destination with diverse flora and fauna that makes it the imitation of ‘The Miniature Continent’. With the acres of sand and lush mountains you will also fond some of the best hotels, restaurants and bars that suit your needs.
The south of Gran Canaria is much popular as a tourist spot. Puerto de Mogan, also called the little Venice is a charming village. Other not to miss places include Playa del Ingels, Puerto Rico, San Augustin, Meloranas and Maspalomas which give you magnificent sights and sceneries. The north and west islands including the island’s interiors are equally good for a relaxing holiday.
Gran canaria is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Spain. If you want a break from your routine and want a delightful holiday gran Canaria is just the right place for you to visit the emerald beaches, sunny climate, and cultural heritage and meet a mix of people on this island.
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Fuerventura is one among the seven largest islands of the Canary Islands. It is the island of the oldest history. A fine channel separates Fuerteventura from the African continent. It has a good climate and mild temperature all through the year, marvelous beaches, lengthy with fine sand makes it a wonderful place for holiday.
There are many beaches here where you can enjoy fishing. And for the windsurfers, its just the right place, for this island has an important place on world cup circuit. If fishing does not fascinate you or you are not a windsurfer then there’s something else for you. The beaches also have a diving option where you can explore the tunnels, caves, rock formations and overhangs in the ocean beds.
Puerto Rosario is the oldest city of the entire archipelago and is the capital city of the Island. It represents the typical architecture of the Canary Islands and the most beautiful one being the La Oliva, a manorial house of 18th century.
Another town called Bentancuria is centrally situated on the island where you can the archaeological remains of the ancient civilization in the Archaeological Museum.
Fuerteventura is a paradise with so many wonderful towns and beaches that make it a beautiful place.
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Located in Canary Isles, Tenerife, Playa Torviscas hotel offers you the perfect luxury accommodation for a memorable holiday.
The rooms are very spacious and spotlessly clean. A variety of dishes are available to cater to the most demanding palate. Moreover, they are served fresh by efficient and friendly waiters. You can also opt to have your meals at other restaurants.Playa Torviscas has its own well managed swimming pool but you have to queue up for sun bed due to the heavy rush of tourists.
During your stay at Playa Torviscas, you will find all the latest amenities handy. You can do shopping, dine at restaurant cum bar and enjoy exciting nights with live entertainment. Playa Troviscas hotel also provides you with a center for health and beauty care.
Your stay at Playa Torviscas hotel also provides you with the opportunity to enjoy the stunning view of a beautiful stretch of coast that ranges from the Atlantic Ocean to Mount Teide.
Canary Isles are known for the golden sun and the fascinating Torviscas beach where you can spend a nice time by sunbathing, swimming, diving and going for a number of water sports in the crystal clear water of the sea.
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A pretty village of Tenerife, Masca is a major destination frequented by the crowds of tourists from across the world. Masca’s unique location in a gorge, its stone houses built on the rocky terrain, steep ravine walls and arrays of palm trees have made it a fascinating place to visit.
The most popular tourist activity in Masca is hiking down the narrow gorge and exploring the valley. It takes you nearly three hours to hike from the coast to get to Masca. You can go for a guided hiking trip to the Masca valley or alternatively, organize trip on your own.
You will have an unforgettable experience walking down the narrow and difficult path of the gorge. On your way, you come across interesting rock formations and vegetation. The strenuous trip will end at a fascinating small beach where you can take much needed rest. Boats are available to bring you back to your resort.
Masca is a delightful place that has retained its simple and traditional identity in spite of its rising number of tourists. Make sure to carry your camera with you to take photographs of the picturesque valley with its stunning ravines.
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Located in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Mount Teide is the third largest volcano in the world. The volcano and its adjacent areas form the Teide National Park. It is the most visited national park in Europe and has been declared a World Heritage Site.
The most important place to visit is the summit of Teide. You have to take a special permit from the National Park authorities. Sitting in the cable car, you will have fascinating view from the top and an exciting experience. From just below the peak, you have to take a circular walk to the peak. If there is good visibility, you can see the other Canary Islands littered around in the Atlantic from the top of Mount Teide.
From the Parador, it takes you a few minutes to reach Llano de Ucanca. The place is particularly famous for its stunning view. The mountains around the place look as if they were painted in pastel colors. Zapatilla de la Reina or the ‘Queen’s Slipper’ is an interesting large piece of rock that looks like a lady’s slipper. What is more, the ‘slipper’ has been sculpted by nature itself.
Soil in Las Canadas del Teide is rich in minerals that help in growth of a wide variety of plant species and a large number of invertebrate fauna.
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El Hierro is a part of the Canary Islands in the Atlantic, located off the coast of Africa. A small place, it is less than 50 kilometers from one end of the island to the other. Like the rest of the Canary archipelago, it is volcanic, and has one of the largest concentrations of volcanic craters, numbering over 800.
A designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, El Hierro has clear crystal waters that form natural swimming pools adjoining huge areas of protected forest. The clear waters on the coast make it a favorite destination for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. A number of diving schools on the island provide instruction and organize outings to the best diving spots.
With a lot of tourist interest in the place, activities like paragliding, mountain biking, surfing, caving and a host of others have come up on the island. Inland, a mix of rock formations, woods and cultivated fields make for a serene vista. With the volcanoes forming the main natural attraction, tours are organized to many of them like the Don Justo Cave, which has over six kilometers of volcanic galleries.
The island boasts of an airport as well as sea port. The island’s capital is Valverde and is connected to Tenerife, Gran Canaria and La Palma by air. Ferries to La Gomera and Tenerife leave from the harbor of Puerto de la Estaca.
Part of the Canary Islands chain off the African coast, Alegranza is technically a part of Spain. It is in the province of Las Palmas in the Canary Islands, which is an autonomously governed region of Spain. Its name is derived from the Spanish word that means ‘joy’.
The island is about 10 square kilometers in area, and its most prominent feature is a volcano crater with a diameter of over 1.1 km. The highest point of the island is this crater, with a peak of 289 meters above sea level, with a second peak at a height of 256 meters.
The island is located in the north eastern part of the Canary Islands chain, and is largely uninhabited. It is part of the Parque Natural de Archipiélago Chinijo, better known as the Chinijo Archipelago Natural Park. The lighthouse of Punta Delgada, located in the eastern part of Alegranza, is its only attraction.
Other tourist destinations nearby include places such as Islas Canarias, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Corralejo. These places are known for their beaches and local shopping, and generate a modest level of tourist interest. The Timanfaya National Park located close to Islas Canarias is worth a visit, as is Lanzarote, a nearby island with a surreal natural beauty not found elsewhere.
