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The Canary Islands are an archipelago of volcanic origin anchored in the Atlantic, a subtropical paradise that offers a world of diversity on each of its islands. Tenerife, crowned by the majestic Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak, combines ancient forests with vibrant resorts. Gran Canaria, a 'miniature continent', goes from the desert dunes of Maspalomas to leafy valleys in its interior. Lanzarote, the island of fire, is a canvas of art and nature sculpted by César Manrique on lunar volcanic landscapes. Fuerteventura is the paradise of wind and endless white sand beaches. La Palma, 'the Beautiful Island', is an orchard of laurel forest and starry skies. La Gomera is a labyrinth of ravines with an ancestral culture such as the Gomero whistle. And El Hierro, the smallest, is a world example of sustainability and a paradise for diving. Traveling to the Canary Islands is jumping from one universe to another in a short trip by boat or plane.
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The Canary Islands are an archipelago of volcanic origin anchored in the Atlantic, a subtropical paradise that offers a world of diversity on each of its islands. Tenerife, crowned by the majestic Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak, combines ancient forests with vibrant resorts. Gran Canaria, a 'miniature continent', goes from the desert dunes of Maspalomas to leafy valleys in its interior. Lanzarote, the island of fire, is a canvas of art and nature sculpted by César Manrique on lunar volcanic landscapes. Fuerteventura is the paradise of wind and endless white sand beaches. La Palma, 'the Beautiful Island', is an orchard of laurel forest and starry skies. La Gomera is a labyrinth of ravines with an ancestral culture such as the Gomero whistle. And El Hierro, the smallest, is a world example of sustainability and a paradise for diving. Traveling to the Canary Islands is jumping from one universe to another in a short trip by boat or plane.
UNESCO Heritage
Teide National Park (Tenerife)
A geological monument of overwhelming beauty, with the third highest volcano in the world from its base.
Garajonay National Park (La Gomera)
An exceptional example of a laurel forest, an ecosystem from the Tertiary Era.
San Cristóbal de La Laguna (Tenerife)
The first unfortified colonial city, whose layout served as a model for many cities in the Americas.
Cultural Landscape of Risco Caído and the Sacred Mountains (Gran Canaria)
A set of archaeological sites from the Canarian aboriginal culture in a spectacular landscape of ravines.
Festivals & Events
Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
February/March.Two of the most important carnivals in the world. For weeks, the streets are filled with 'murgas' (musical satire), 'comparsas' (rhythm and dance) and spectacular parades. The culmination is the Queen's Election Galas and the 'Coso' (grand parade).
Descent of the Branch (Agaete, Gran Canaria)
August 4.One of the oldest and most unique festivals. Thousands of people dance through the streets of the town waving pine branches to the sound of music, descending from the mountains to the sea in a rite of pre-Hispanic origin to ask for rain.
Corpus Christi of La Orotava (Tenerife)
June.The streets of the historic center of La Orotava are covered with spectacular carpets made with flowers and colored sand from the Teide National Park, creating authentic ephemeral works of art.
The Canary Islands are an archipelago of volcanic origin anchored in the Atlantic, a subtropical paradise that offers a world of diversity on each of its islands. Tenerife, crowned by the majestic Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak, combines ancient forests with vibrant resorts. Gran Canaria, a 'miniature continent', goes from the desert dunes of Maspalomas to leafy valleys in its interior. Lanzarote, the island of fire, is a canvas of art and nature sculpted by César Manrique on lunar volcanic landscapes. Fuerteventura is the paradise of wind and endless white sand beaches. La Palma, 'the Beautiful Island', is an orchard of laurel forest and starry skies. La Gomera is a labyrinth of ravines with an ancestral culture such as the Gomero whistle. And El Hierro, the smallest, is a world example of sustainability and a paradise for diving. Traveling to the Canary Islands is jumping from one universe to another in a short trip by boat or plane.
**La Laguna (Tenerife)
**Vegueta (Gran Canaria)
**The Route of César Manrique (Lanzarote)
**Charming Towns
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Although the climate is mild, the sun can be very strong even in winter; always use sun protection. The Atlantic currents can be strong on some beaches, always respect the flags. To visit popular places such as the Teide National Park (to climb the peak) or the Cueva de los Verdes (Lanzarote), it is highly recommended to book online in advance. The microclimate is a reality: you can have sun on the coast and it may be raining in the mountains of the same island, so bring a variety of clothing.
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