Lanzarote is
different, not only compared to the other islands, but to everything else
on this planet. This extraordinary landscape seems to be of another world,
and the inhabitants of the islands use to say that God forgot of Lanzarote
on the Seventh Day of the Creation.
Lanzarote is of volcanic origin, as the other islands of the archipelago
as well, but here volcanos have been active still in 18th and 19th century.
Great parts of its surface are covered with ashes and lava, making you
feel that you were on the moon.
Anyhow, Lanzarote's inhabitants made a great effort to cultivate this land,
and today you find large plantations of fruits and vegetables. Most
surprising is perhaps the region of Geria, with vineyards between volcanic
craters.
Not to forget about are also the works of great Canarian architect and
artist Cesar Manrique, adding more attractions to this unique island.
Arrecife
Arrecife, formerly having been just the port of Teguise, has grown to be
the island's actual capital. Above its port, there are two great
fortresses, San Gabriel and San José, in the past defending the town
against the frequent attacks of pirates.
Another fortress, the Castillo de San Gabriel of 15th century, is located
at a small island in front of the port and connected with Arrecife by a
draw-bridge.
The town's Museum of Contemporary Art, inside another castle, the Castillo
de San Juan (called as well Castillo del Hambre), showing several
outstanding works of Cesar Manrique, is among Arrecife's major attractions.
Teguise
Teguise, the former capital, carries the name of the last Guanche-king's
daughter. It is one of the oldest settlements on the archipelago, but
little is left of its original monumental abundance, as it once was
destroyed by pirates.
Anyhow, Teguise conserved much of its ambience of a manorial town, with
nice houses and its dominating castle, Castillo de Santa Barbara. A highly
demanded souvenir are the "Timples", traditional instruments similar to
guitars, which are manufactured here.
In the Island's South the best known beaches of Lanzarote
Those great beaches of fine sand stretch over a length of 20 kilometers,
between the island's Southern extreme to the airport.
Playa Blanca, An excellent beach with tropical ambience and outstanding
installations for relaxing holidays.
Las Coloradas, Small bays and turquoise sea, great for sports fishing.
Punta del Papagayo Beautiful landscape and finest sand of golden color.
Playa Quemada A very beautiful part of the coast with opulent vegetation;
small appartment-houses with gardens.
Puerto del Carmen A thermal spa in tropical surroundings, with a wide
beach.
Playa Grande Another very nice beach.
Playa de los Pocillos Impressive volcanic landscape and a small settlement
in typical style.
The Small Islands Paradises in the Ozean
La Isleta This small island with tropical vegetation and great
possibilities for any kind of water-sports is particularly recommandable
for diving and fishing.
La Isla Graciosa, Paradisiac lonely beaches, ideal for those who prefer to
avoid mass-tourism.
The Coast of Teguise the most "authentical" Lanzarote
The part of coast close to the island's capital, with its unusual
landscape of volcanic origins, offers great beaches, as San José, Reducto
and Guacimeta. Here you find some of Lanzarote's best hotels and holiday
appartments.
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Lanzarote is
different, not only compared to the other islands, but to everything else
on this planet. This extraordinary landscape seems to be of another world,
and the inhabitants of the islands use to say that God forgot of Lanzarote
on the Seventh Day of the Creation.
Teguise
