The Canary Islands are a highly sought after tourist destination, with endless beaches, upscale resorts, many sunny days, several archaeological sites from the Roman and Ottoman eras. Many tourists call rest here a good alternative to an exotic trip to the Caribbean.

Nobody argues: the main attractions of the Canary Islands are the Mediterranean Sea and local beaches. But there are other tourist objects here that can dilute the variety of lazy pastime on the sand.

Cenobio de Valeron or "Monastery of the Caves" is a complex of 298 caves that were used by the natives to store grain. It is a very common misconception that these caves were part of a monastery where, under the protection of priests, matured daughters were kept before their marriage and where a number of mysterious rituals took place. Today, this complex of caves is accessible to the public and is popular with tourists.

One of the most famous sights of the Canary Islands is located in the small settlement of Tejeda. This is the Cruz de Tejeda, a cross carved in stone, located at a height 1580 meters above sea level, which marks the geographical center of the island of Gran Canaria. Due to the huge popularity of this attraction, bars, restaurants and souvenir shops have opened here. In addition, an enchanting panorama of this island, the island of Tenerife, Mount Teide and the Mediterranean opens from here.

According to research, the Güimar pyramids date back to the 19th century and are the product of modern farming methods. The ethnographic park "Pyramids of Guimar" offers tourists the opportunity not only to see all 6 pyramids, but also to get acquainted with the exhibits of the Casa Chacona museum, which exhibits a life-size reproduction of Dr. Heyerdahl's boat.

Location: Calle Chacona.

with area 20,000 square meters, the fortress of San Miguel proposes to take unforgettable journey in medieval times. From the first step into the territory of the fortification, visitors will be fascinated by the surrounding world, walking knights and princesses, troubadours and chimney sweeps. The Tournament Hall is the most impressive room in the fortress, where knights and their horses will compete to the delight of the spectators.

After the end of the tournament, Count Don Rodrigo will invite everyone to the Ballroom, where the cultural program will begin. Today there is a museum in the fortress, and nearby are the monasteries of San Francisco and Santa Domingo, which can also be visited.

Cueva Pintada is located in a small cave where the Guanche kings, the first inhabitants of the islands, once lived. Discovered in the 19th century, carved into volcanic rock, it is full of geometrically shaped rock carvings believed to be an ancient calendar.

The museum consists of several rooms where you can see beds, chairs, tables, tools, ceramic idols used by the natives. If there is a desire, tourists can move in time with the help of a 3D projector and find out what happened here during the colonization of the islands.

The Columbus Memorial House commemorates the important role played by the Canary Islands in the discovery of America. It is not known for certain whether the famous navigator lived in this house during his voyage to Novaya Zemlya, but it is known for sure that he stayed in this house and repaired it, according to local customs.

Location: c/ Colón, 1 - 35001.

The largest botanical garden in Spain covers an area of ​​27 hectares and is located 7 kilometers from Las Palmas. It was officially opened in 1959 and is home to nearly 500 endemic plant species from all 7 islands in the archipelago. The garden is divided into several zones. Is here:

• The "Garden of the Islands" where plants bloom depending on the island of origin.
• "Cactus Garden" with over 10,000 varieties of succulents.
• "Garden of Micronesia", which specializes in ornamental plants.
• "Hidden garden", which is one continuous greenhouse.

There are Viero and Clavijo in the botanical garden, and a pine forest, and a waterfall, and a lake, and an exhibition hall, and even a workshop set up in a cave.

Location: Ctra. del Centro, Km 7.

The dunes of Maspalomas are nature reserve(since 1994) and a paradise for sun lovers, especially nudists. They are located next to the largest golf course in the islands Maspalomas Golf Course and famous resort Campo International. Along the dunes, there are many trails for tourists who love to walk, barefoot. The routes of these trails are marked on the maps, which are distributed to everyone.

The 80-meter monolith of volcanic origin Roque Nublo is known as sacred place for kings and old men of the aborigines. It rises to a height of 1813 meters above sea level and is a favorite place for climbers, especially since it can be reached in just 30 minutes from the nearest parking lot.

Salinas de Tenefe was a complex salt mining complex in Santa Lucia that has been in operation since the 18th century. Since 2005, it has been declared an area of ​​cultural interest for the islands. Visitors today can see the entire installation of salt production, which will allow them to understand the process itself, as well as get a variety of information from the guide about the role of salt in nature and history.

In Teide Park you can get acquainted with a huge variety of invertebrates and it is valuable primarily for its unique flora. It is known that this ecologically clean area is the most visited natural park in Spain and one of the most popular in the world. It occupies a central position in Tenerife and most of the municipality of La Orotava.

Location: Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Amusement Park Palmitos Park

One of the most beautiful Spanish subtropical amusement parks Palmitos covers an area of ​​20 hectares and is home to 1000 palms of 42 species, 160 species of cacti, 1500 exotic birds of 230 species, many exotic animals such as monkeys, mongooses, crocodiles. It is located in the countryside, among the mountains, which provides the opportunity to enjoy the enchanting scenery before entering this oasis.

The most interesting sights of the park are: Dolphinarium, Parrot Exhibition, Interactive Botanical Garden, African and South American ibis, Aquarium, Cayman Lake. The park is also famous for its Butterfly Pavilion, the largest in Europe.

Location: Barranco de los Palmitos.

The city of San Bartolome de Tirajana has the largest amusement park in the Canary Islands, Holiday World. Local rides will satisfy everyone: the Roller Coaster and Sky Drop are specially designed for adults with healthy hearts, while Merry-Go-Round and ghost train, ball pools and pony rides are just some of the rides for the youngest visitors. There is also a bowling alley with 16 lanes, a gym, numerous cafes and restaurants, and 2 nightclubs, one of which specializes in salsa.

Location: Av. Tour operator Tui.

Aboriginal World Theme Park

Deployed over an area of ​​about 100000 square meters, Mundo Aborigen is a reconstruction of an old Canarian village and is completely dedicated to the lifestyle of the local aborigines. With over 100 human-sized dolls, visitors can learn more about the way of life of the natives even before the colonial period. To make everything look even more believable, background noise is included, saturated with the howling of the wind, the sound of the sea and the sounds made by pets.

Location: Carretera Fataga, Km 6.

Camel Park is a theme park where tourists have the opportunity to ride camels, taste traditional Canarian and Mediterranean dishes in the El Cerro de la Luna restaurant.

It is located on a farm and is the site of the first camel breeding center established in 1988. There is also a souvenir shop with a rich assortment.

Location: Carretera Los Cristianos.

An interesting attraction of Puerto de la Cruz is Cesar Manrique Maritime Park. It occupies an impressive area 22000 square meters and decorated with works of art by César Manrique. Besides the purely visual benefits, the park offers a truly impressive list of services and is also a very cozy venue for events of all kinds.

The Canary Islands are the most remote autonomous region in Spain, located off the northwestern coast of Africa.

The Canaries is an amazing place with a special atmosphere, indescribable landscapes of the tropics, dunes, volcanoes, waterfalls, clean beaches and azure waters. The capitals of the autonomy are the cities of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, replacing each other every four years.

Photo: Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Canary Islands - a heavenly place where you can relax all year round. Almost no European beach resort can afford such luxury.

7 islands: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, El Hierro, La Palma and La Gomera. Most often, tourists choose the first two - the infrastructure is appropriate. However, each of them will be remembered by guests for a long time. This amazing mountains, Teide volcano, black sand on the beaches, Martian landscapes in the Timanfaya park, sheer cliffs Los Organos and unusually shaped junipers and even ancient pyramids.

look Beautiful places in the Canary Islands in this video:

Tenerife hosts the most popular and largest carnival in the Old World. For two weeks in February, everyday life stops and everyone becomes an active participant in the colorful show.

Twice a year in stores, the season of sales - in winter from January 6 to the end of February and throughout the summer. At this time, there is a chance to buy clothes and accessories of luxury brands for ridiculous money.

Geography of the Canary Islands

Photo: Timanfaya National Park

The Canary Islands are an archipelago in the Atlantic formed by 7 volcanic islands:

1. Tenerife is the largest island with the most exotic and diverse landscape. Against the backdrop of cacti, banana plantations and forests, the Teide volcano rises majestically (3,718 m). In the south, the beaches are covered with special black volcanic sand, there are beaches with white sand brought from the Sahara;
2. Fuerteventura - the second largest island, which is famous for its endless beaches and the opportunity to retire;
3. Gran Canaria - this island is called "a continent in miniature" for the variety of landscapes from luxurious beaches, parks and to the dune desert;
4. Lanzarote - it is called the "island of fire-breathing mountains" because of the three hundred volcanoes on its territory;
5. El Hierro is the smallest and most western island, where you can see unusual coasts and landscapes, groves of Barbary arborvitae and the "end of the world";
6. La Palma - the greenest corner of the Canaries for lovers hiking trails, whose beaches have both ordinary and black sand;
7. La Gomera - interesting island, abounding mountain peaks and tourist routes.

There are 4 national parks in the Canary Islands that stagger the imagination:

1. Caldera Taburiente (O. Palma) - a grandiose crater 10 km in diameter, served as the last stronghold of the Guanches overtaken by the conquistadors;
2. Garajonay (O. Homer) - mysterious laurel forests in the fog, which remained from the ancient subtropical forest;
3. Teide (Tenerife Island) - the highest mountain-volcano in Spain (3,718 m) in a huge pit where rare plants grow;
4. Timanfaya (Lanzarote Island) is a land of fire-breathing mountains, craters and eye-catching Martian landscapes.

Climate

The trade winds constantly carry warm air from the Moroccan coast - this is the edge of a year-round resort. Throughout the year, the coast is moderately hot and dry, and you can cool off in the mountains, or while swimming in the ocean. Sometimes an unpleasant suffocating and dusty wind blows from Africa - sirocco (kalima).

How to get and move around the place

Photo: Map of the island of Tenerife

There are direct and connecting flights to the islands. Usually fly to Tenerife and Gran Canaria. A round-trip ticket from Moscow costs about 500 euros with a transfer and up to 1000 euros for a direct flight.

Photo: Map of Gran Canaria

From St. Petersburg to the Canary Islands can only be reached with transfers for about 600 euros per person.

Photo: Map of Fuerteventura

Ferries run between the islands. There are almost always empty seats, and a car is also transported for an additional fee. The cost of a ferry ticket is 30-40 euros one way, depending on the route.

Photo: detailed map Lanzarote islands

The local carrier, Binter Canarias, also flies. Airplane tickets are not much more expensive - 40-60 euros.

Photo: Detailed map of El Hierro Island

To conveniently travel to the sights and beaches in the Canary Islands, it is easier to rent a car. This pleasure will cost about 25-30 euros per day.

Photo: Map of the island of La Gomera

Why go

Canary Islands - 7 islands, on which there are 4 picturesque national parks and many nature reserves included in UNESCO, as well as amazing beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. Here everyone will find the perfect vacation for themselves: beach, surfing, diving, exciting excursions, delicious cuisine, wine and fruits .

When to go

The Canary Islands are waiting for tourists all year round, but best time for a comfortable trip - May to October. Tourists whose countries have harsh winters choose autumn-winter trips to the Canary Islands to hide from the cold.

Culture of the Canary Islands

Photo: The painting depicts the natives of the island of Tenerife - Guanches

Initially, Guanches lived on the islands - fair-skinned blondes or brunettes, who were subsequently conquered by the Spaniards in the 15th century, and then exterminated or sold into slavery. The small part that remained mixed with the Spaniards and lost their language.

Interesting!The Guanches are the natives of the island of Tenerife, and on the other islands lived mahorers, aurites, bimbache, since there was no connection between the islands until the 15th century.

The structure of the colonial era (15th century) has been preserved in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Other cities were formed already in the 20th century from small fishing villages.

The main source of income is tourism, but there are others, for example, the layer of volcanic ash turned out to be excellent soil for special grape varieties, from which Canarian wine is then made.

What to see

The Canary Islands attract not only unique nature and a wonderful climate, but also numerous monuments of antiquity and other attractions.

We figured it out and prepared a list of the most-most interesting places:

Tenerife

Photo: Tenerife Island

1. Black beaches near the town of Puerto de Santiago (Puerto de Santiago).
2. Mount Teide is the highest point in all of Spain. A large funicular takes tourists to the observation deck at an altitude of 3550 meters.
3. Pyramids of Guimar - pyramids were built not only in Egypt, but also on the Canary Islands. The origin and purpose of these buildings still cause lively discussions among archaeologists.
4. Chinyero Volcano is an active volcano, whose life is closely monitored by scientists in order to have time to warn local residents about a possible eruption.
5. Anaga Park - truly unique plants grow here, for example, tree-like daisies and even two-meter dandelions.
6. Siam Park is a huge water park with dozens of slides, slopes and other entertainment.
7. Mask is a small and very inaccessible village where real pirates once lived.
8. Lunar landscape is an amazing natural landscape near the village of Vilaflor.

Watch a beautiful video about Tenerife:

Photo: Gran Canaria

1. St. Anne's Cathedral - it was built over four centuries, so during its construction, the traditions of several architectural styles were mixed: Gothic, neoclassical and baroque.
2. Cueva Pintada is the largest cave complex in the archipelago of the Canary Islands, on whose walls drawings of primitive people have been preserved.
3. House of Columbus - the great navigator regularly stopped at the residence of the local governor, waiting for the repair of his ships to be completed in order to continue his research.
4. Artenara - ancient settlement on the island. Some of the houses are built directly into the rocks, while inside the living quarters there are all modern amenities. The Church of La Ermita de la Cuevita is also located in a separate cave.
5. Black Church of San Juan - located in small town Arucas, among the snow-white residential buildings.
6. Jardin Canario Botanical Garden - the garden of cacti, brought to the islands many centuries ago, is of particular value.
7. Telde - small town, whose houses are decorated with ornate carvings and mosaics.

You can see the landscapes of the island in the video:

Photo: Fuerteventura

1. Oasis Park is a huge zoo with many exotic animals.
2. Lobos Island - not far from Fuerteventura, with beautiful shallow bays and lagoons with the clearest water.
3. Akhuy is a sonorous village for Russian speakers, whose beaches and deep caves lost among the rocks. On the observation deck, you can see the waves that break on huge stone boulders.
4. Surfing beaches - thanks to the constant winds, this island is very popular among surfers, as there is almost no calm here.

You can see the nature of the island in the video:

El Hierro

1. Cape Orchilla - once it was considered literally the end of the world, and the zero meridian passed here.
2. El Golfo Valley - chic gardens and vineyards, among which you can walk for hours.
3. La Frontera is a small village where the houses of local residents with original furnishings have been preserved.
4. Mirador de la Pena is an observation deck at an altitude of 650 meters above sea level, as well as a whole complex for tourists with small houses made of volcanic stone and even a small garden.

The natural landscape of the island of El Hierro can be viewed on this video:

La Palma

Photo: Copy of Columbus ship

1. Caldera de Taburiente Park - in its center is a deep crater that appeared here hundreds of thousands of years ago. There are several viewing platforms around it with convenient paths and paths.
2. Observatory - the largest telescope in Europe was built in it.
3. Maritima Street in Santa Cruz de la Palma is a narrow old street with preserved low-rise houses, decorated with amazing carvings and endless tubs and flower pots.
4. Maritime Museum - the main exhibit is a copy of the ship of Columbus himself.
5. Belmaco is an archaeological park, in whose caves the rock paintings of the ancient people who inhabited this island have been preserved.
6. La Glorieta is a unique square in the city of Las Manchas, made of bright multi-colored mosaics.

You will definitely like the fabulous nature of the island of La Palma, you can see it on the video:

Lanzarote

Photo: Hameol del Agua

1. Hameol del Agua is a complex of caves formed many thousands of years ago during a volcanic eruption. Part is open to tourists, and the walls and interior halls are beautifully illuminated.
2. Teguise is a small settlement where the old fortress of the 14th century and the palace of Spinola have been preserved. On Sundays, the largest market on the island is held here, where everyone who wants to sell or buy gathers.
3. Yaiza - This small settlement was home to wealthy merchants whose beautiful original houses have been preserved in excellent condition. Yaysa twice confessed herself beautiful village throughout Spain.

The nature and landscape of the island can be seen in this video:

La Gomera

Photo: Garajonay Park

1. Garajonay Park - by territory national park the remains of ancient volcanoes are scattered, whose peaks have changed due to erosion.
2. Valley Valle Gran Rey - wonderful landscapes, cozy villages and comfortable beaches with clear water and unusual black sand.
3. Hermigua - endless banana plantations.

The Eagle and Tails program also did not bypass the Canary Islands - they came to the islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria and La Palma.

The beauty of the island can be seen in this video:

Main cities and places of interest

On the island of Gran Canaria there are magnificent dunes in the Maspalomas zone, the ancient city of Galdar, canyons, Cueva Pintada caves with bright drawings of Guanches, the original village of Pueblo Canario, the Aqualand water park.

The island of Tenerife attracts tourists with the Mount Teide volcano and extraordinary black beach sand.

Photo: Tenerife Island

The island of Lanzarote surprises with the Martian landscape and the Timanfaya nature reserve with the Mirador del Rio observation deck.

Gomera Island is the foggy laurel forests of the Garajonay National Park and natural columns and basalt, reminiscent of the pipes of the Las Organos organ.

On the island of Hierro, you can see the Norman settlement and Lagartario Park.

On the island of Palma there is the Taburiente reserve - a grandiose crater 10 km in diameter, the petroglyphs of La Sarza.

The island of Fuerteventura is wild paradise, the land of surfers and divers, caves and mills, the Betancuria Museum on an extinct crater.

What to do in the Canary Islands

Photo: Holidays on the islands

The Canary Islands are a paradise for tourists. We have compiled the top 20 most important things to do when you arrive in the Canary Islands:

1. Lay on the black beach by the ocean.
2. Try the real Canarian meat soup Rancho Canaria in Fuertoventura.
3. Take a surfboard and catch a wave.
4. Feel like on an alien planet among the lunar landscape in Tenerife.
5. Visit Columbus' house in Tenerife, and then climb a copy of his ship on La Palma.
6. Climb to the top of the Chinyero volcano crater.
7. Visit the Chameol del Agua cave complex in Lanzarote.
8. Go to the observatory on La Palma.
9. Snorkel in the pristine lagoons of Lanzarote.
10. Stand on the edge of Cape Orchilla on El Hierro.
11. Relax on the black sands of Tenerife.
12. Drink Canarian wine, made from grapes grown on volcanic ash.
13. Walk one of the trekking routes of the Anaga Park, for example, the "Path of the Senses" or "Chamorga".
14. Take a photo on "Mars" on the island of Lanzarote.
15. Enjoy the panorama of Mount Teide with a refreshing drink.
16. Visit Timanfaya Park to taste meat cooked over the volcano's crater.
17. See unusual vineyards on the volcano of Lanzarote.
18. Indulge in romantic feelings on the dunes of Maspalomas.
19. Try to decipher the messages of the Guanches in the caves of Cueva Pintada.
20. Relax your soul in the bosom of the nature of the island of Fuerteventura.

Shopping (What and where to buy)

Photo: Shopping in the Canary Islands

The main shopping is located in Tenerife and Gran Canaria, but other islets also sell interesting authentic souvenirs to remember this exciting trip.

Top 5 most popular shopping in the Canary Islands:

1. Obsidian is a piece of solidified lava.
2. Mojo sauce (Mojo) - in stores there is a huge selection of different flavors in beautiful bottles.
3. Palm honey - actually it's not really honey, but syrup from the core of date palms.
4. Cactus jam is a dessert made from the fruits of a certain type of cactus.
5. Ceramic figurines - in small villages, local artisans create real hand-made masterpieces.

IN tourist cities Las Americas (Las Americas) and Costa Adeje (Costa Adeje) in Tenerife a huge number shopping centers and various brand stores.

Gran Canaria will delight guests with an abundance of choices in Las Palmas and Playa del Ingles.

Prices

The Canary Islands uses the euro. It is advisable to change rubles for foreign currency before the trip, otherwise the exchange rate on the spot will be very unfavorable.

A cup of coffee in a cafe costs an average of 1.70 euros.

Dine in a restaurant costs about 20-25 euros per person. At the same time, many of them have a la carte offers - a set lunch. This option is cheaper - an average of 10-15 euros.

Products cost:

Bread - 1.10 euros

Milk 1 l – 0.70 euro

Chicken 1 kg - 5.60 euros

Tomatoes 1 kg – 0.90 EUR

Fish (dorado) 1 kg - 6.5 euros

One taxi ride costs an average of 25-40 euros, depending on how far you need to travel.

The average budget for a trip to the Canary Islands per person per day is approximately 100-120 euros.

Where to live

Photo: Hotel Apartments Los Telares

On major islands a huge number of offers in inexpensive and cozy hotels: an overnight stay will cost 30-40 euros per day per person. There are also very good hostels where you can stay for about 20-25 euros per day.

On the less popular islands of El Hierro, La Palma and Lanserote, there are fewer offers, but the prices are not so high. A room in a 3-star hotel costs about 25 euros.

1. Apartaments Islamar Arrecife (Av. Rafael Gonzalez 15, 35500 Arrecife, Lanzarote) is a cozy hotel with great service on the ocean.
2. Brenas Garden Aparthotel (Urb. Finca Amado II, 38712 Brena Baja, La Palma) is a small hotel with great views from the rooms.
3. Silken Atlantida Santa Cruz (Avenida Tres de Mayo | (corner of Aurea Díaz Flores), 38005 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife) - great location and comfort.
4. Hotel Faycan (Calle Nicolas Estevanez 61, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria) is perhaps the best value for money on this island.
5. JM Puerto del Rosario (Avenida Ruperto Gonzalez Negrin 9, 35600, Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura) - small rooms With modern equipment and good location.
6. Apartments Los Telares (Calle Convento | Main Road 10 (GM-1 Km. 17), 38820 Hermigua, La Gomera) is a remote hotel where peace and quiet reign. Near banana plantations and mountains.
7. Hotel Ida Ines (Calle Belgara Alta 2, 38911 Frontera, El Hierro) is a modern hotel with all the amenities for a quality stay.

Tour plan, tours for 1-3-7 days

We have put together an interesting plan for an exciting trip to the Canary Islands, trying to capture all the very best that you cannot pass by. Ferries are recommended to travel between the islands. If you have at your disposal not 10 days, but a full two weeks, then we advise you to devote one day to the islands of La Palma and La Gomera.

Day	Morning	Dinner	Evening
1	Tenerife. Los Gigantes. Relax on the beach next to the rocks.	Trip to Teide Park	Puerto de la Cruz. Botanical Garden. Castle of Saint Felipe.
2	Tenerife. loro park		Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The unique building of the Auditorio in Art Nouveau style. Historical Center with churches and streets.
3	Tenerife. Costa Adeje. Siam Park water park.		Walk along the beaches along the sea.
4	Island of Gran Canaria.	Artenara park.	Cueva Pintada. Black Church in Arucas.
5	Gran Canaria. Palmitos Park with a wonderful dolphin show.		Jardin Canario Botanical Garden. Telde town.
6	Gran Canaria. Port of Isleta. Rest on the ocean.	Underwater sculpture museum Museo Atlantico.	Columbus House Museum. The Nestor Museum is the Pinacoteca of an outstanding Canarian artist.
7	Fuerteventura island.	Oasis Park. Ahui town.	Lobos Island.
8	Relax on the beach of Corralejo - one of the best on the island.	Caleta de Fuste. The Dream House Museum, which contains thousands of models of transport, dolls and even entire dollhouses.	Walk along the promenade near the port of Puerto del Rosario.
9	Lanzarote island. Timanfaya National Park.	Streets of Teguise.	Yaysa village.
10	Volcanic caves and the unusual landscape of Cueva de los Naturalistas.	Cesar Manrique House Museum, brilliant architect and a sculptor who managed to combine natural caves and formations with modern technology to create an original home.	Walk along Arrecife along the coast along the embankments.

What and where is

Photo: Paella with seafood

Despite the fact that dishes from the mainland of Spain are also common in the Canary Islands, they also have their own culinary features.

What you should definitely try in the Canary Islands:

1. Paella with seafood. According to travelers, the best paella is prepared in El Rincon del Arroz restaurant in Tenerife (Avenida Sabandenos S/N | Los Cristianos).
2. Jacket potatoes (papas arrugadas), they are adored here - on the menu. Served with mojo sauce. Moreover, each institution has its own recipe for its preparation. On the island of Gran Canaria, the most delicious papas arrugadas are served at the El Senador restaurant (Paseo Faro del, 2, 35100, Maspalomas, Gran Canaria).
3. Gofio (gofio) - flour from fried grains of barley, corn, sometimes beans. Flour products are prepared from it, which are served with dishes instead of bread. A delicious snack is served at the Chip-Chipi Restaurant on La Palma (Lugar Juan Mayor 42).
4. Fried in olive oil with spices lamb or goat meat (Asado carne de cabra) - on the island of Fuerteventura it is recommended to try this dish at a place called Kiosco Bar Las Naves (Urb. Risco Prieto, calle El Henequen, Corralejo, La Oliva).
5. Rancho canario (rancho canario) - thick and fatty meat soup of beef, chicken and rabbit with chickpeas. On the island of Lanzarote, it is most often ordered at the Patio Canario restaurant (Plaza de Pueblo, Avenida Islas Canarias).

Kitchen

Traditional dishes: Rancho canario bright thick soup, marinated meat carne de fiesta, amazing bienmesabe dessert made from lemons, almonds, cinnamon and egg yolks, and fresh seafood. The Guanches left their culinary secret to the Canaries - gofio. This is not a standalone dish, but the basis for hundreds of dishes, made from ground roasted cereals and beans. Literally everything is prepared from gofio - from soup to ice cream.

The best tours by reviews

The Canary Islands are one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. And there are many interesting things here. We have collected the top 5 the best excursions in the Canaries:

1. Fishing in the Atlantic Ocean - a modern boat equipped with last word technicians will be taken away, and an experienced guide and captain will show and tell you who and how to catch.
2. Reach for the stars - night tour through Tenerife in an embrace with a powerful telescope, through which the celestial bodies will be almost in full view.
3. Sightseeing tour of Gran Canaria - see the main thing and not miss anything.
4. To the bottom of the sea - no, you don't need to sink. It is necessary to use scuba gear and explore the underwater inhabitants without harm to your own health.
5. Walking through the caves of El Hierro - put on comfortable sports shoes and go in search of a treasure hidden by medieval pirates.

If you are into diving or love to watch the underwater world, then this video is for you:

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Tenerife is the largest of the islands of the Canary archipelago. It is one of the most attractive tourist areas in Spain, replete with a variety of interesting and amazing places, incredible landscapes, landscapes, beaches and museums. Some of them are real symbols of Tenerife for the whole world.

Below are the main and most popular tourist attractions of the island of Tenerife, which you can see on your own or in the format of excursions.

One of the symbols of Tenerife and one of the most popular attractions is the Teide volcano. All tourists visiting Tenerife try to see Teide first of all - the highest point in Spain and the Canary Islands, called the “white mountain” by the indigenous people.

The volcano itself, its slopes and surroundings amaze with their extraordinary, almost lunar landscapes, which more than once served as a filming site science fiction films without even needing decorations.

Grow around pine forests, amazing plants and bizarre figures from petrified lava of different shapes and colors. All this creates an amazing alien atmosphere at the foot of the dormant volcano, which will leave an indelible impression. Daring visitors can climb to the top on foot or by car for 25 or 19 euros (children). Such a walk will allow you to look at the surroundings from the very high point, to fully appreciate the beauty and scale of Teide.

Amazing landscapes, valuable tree species, popularity among tourists and the beauty of the area have made it a national pride. A national park is organized on the slopes and at the foot of the volcano.

The surroundings of Teide are exactly what you need to see in Tenerife.

observation decks

You can see all the beauty of the island and enjoy its landscapes by visiting the observation decks. The opportunity to see interesting places from a height is in many parts of Tenerife.

From the observation platforms you can see entire cities and valleys, plantations and mountain ranges, gorges, nature reserves and many other beauties that reveal themselves in all their glory from the height of the platforms.

The most interesting of them are:

• El Bailadero allows you to see the valley and the city of Taganana, surrounded by mountain ranges and vineyards.
• From Pico de Inglés you can see evergreen forests, the Taodio Gorge and the Afur Gorge, the towns of Santa Cruz and La Laguna. The same forests of Anaga and the city of La Laguna can be seen from Cruz del Carmen and Jardina.
• Montaña Grande also overlooks the La Laguna valley.
• From the site of San Pedro you can see the coast of the island, it can also be seen from the observation deck of Masape.
• The view from Altos de Barakan will be breathtaking. It allows you to visually see the differences and boundaries of the green immersed in the thickets of the north and the deserted rocky south.
• From the Cruz de Hilda site, you can see the gorge and the village of Masca.
• Rocks and cliffs are visible from the Archipenke site.
• A mesmerizing sea of ​​clouds can be seen from the heights of the Cumbres del Sur or Cimage sites.

Only by visiting at least one of them you can fully appreciate the beauty and grandeur of the area in all its manifestations from mountains and cliffs to lush green thickets and the most beautiful beaches. Thanks to a large number options, you can choose exactly those landscapes that you want to see up close, comparing the diversity and contrast of local nature.

The village is lost among the mountains, and the road to it lies along a steep and dangerous serpentine. And half a century ago, it was possible to get here only along the paths in the mountains. Now only 120 people live in Maska, who love to meet tourists and tell them all sorts of stories about pirates and their treasures hidden in these places. And having appreciated the landscapes and nature of these places, it is very easy to believe.

It is not known for certain who and why erected these pyramids. Some scientists argue that the pyramids are the work of farmers and do not carry any magical meaning or special purpose. However, the pyramids have always been a mysterious heritage of mankind and attracted researchers. Many of them believe that the pyramids of Tenerife had a special meaning for people, and their creation is attributed ancient civilization who lived in Tenerife long before the Spaniards.

It will be interesting to inspect and explore the pyramids, no matter which version of their origin is correct.

Museums

The museums of the island will also be interesting to visit.

So the Pueblo Chico Museum of Miniatures is often the first point that tourists visit before sightseeing. Here, in miniature, all the sights of the island are reproduced. The most interesting places can be viewed on a kind of map before the trip and decide where you want to go most of all. The museum will be of interest to both adults and children.

Among the interesting things for both children and adults, the Museum of Science and Space can also be distinguished. An educational journey through this museum will reveal to visitors the laws of physics in nature, starting from the smallest particles and ending with the movement of huge celestial bodies in space.

Consisting of 7 large islands (El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura) and several small ones. The title of the capital of the archipelago is passed to each other by the cities of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria every 4 years.

Despite the fact that formally the Canary Islands belong to Spain, the atmosphere here is by no means European. Tourists come here for real exotic: magnificent tropical landscapes, soft ocean waves, black volcanic beaches and delicious ripe fruits. Fortunately, this exotic is close and accessible: it takes only a few hours to fly to the islands, excluding transfers. In the Canary Islands, you can not only idly relax on the beach: unique prehistoric monuments, volcanoes, waterfalls, “lunar” valleys of solidified lava are scattered all over the islands. Also, excellent service here. real paradise for surfers and divers.

How to get to the Canary Islands

You can get from Russia to the Canary Islands only by air. It is most convenient to fly to Tenerife South Airport (more on this on our page), but this is far from the only option. There are several other international airports on the territory of the archipelago. One of them is located on the island of Gran Canaria, 20 km from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. There are no direct flights from Moscow, but there are connecting flights: Aeroflot, S7, Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, Air Berlin, Jet Airways, Smart Wings, Vueling, Edelweiss. Transfers are carried out in Berlin, Brussels, Madrid, Prague, Munich and other cities. The cheapest tickets are from S7. The fastest flights are with Iberia: 10 hours 5 minutes with a change in Madrid.

There is another Canarian airport on the island of Lanzarote. There are no direct flights from Moscow either; connecting flights are offered by Iberia, S7, Aeroflot, Vueling, British Airways, Air Europa and other carriers. Flight duration - from 8 hours 30 minutes.

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International flights are also accepted on the island of Fuerteventura, not far from Puerto del Rosario. Connecting flights are available from S7, SunExpress, Vueling, Iberia, Air Berlin. The cheapest way to fly is with S7, the fastest with Iberia (8 hours 55 minutes with a change in Madrid).

Finally, Transavia, S7, Iberia and Air Berlin will take you to Santa Cruz de Palma (La Palma). Flight duration - from 10 hours 15 minutes.

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Main resorts and islands

Most big Island The Canarian archipelago, Tenerife, can offer a choice of both a quiet, secluded vacation, and noisy fun. For example, Los Cristianos, like neighboring Las Americas, is a "brisk" resort, visited mainly by the British and Germans, who are hungry for booze and discos. And Puerto de la Cruz, in turn, is well suited for a relaxing holiday"Alone with nature". Only here the coast there is steep and rocky, there are practically no beaches as such: tourists mostly splash in hotel pools.

Canary Islands Hotels

Visitors to the Canary Islands are free to choose among a variety of worthy accommodation options. There are first-class five-star hotels, and guest houses casas rurales, located in beautiful countryside, and comfortable campsites, and apart-hotels with separate kitchenettes. If you wish, you can even stay in an old building: in the suburbs there are many "paradors" - state hotels located in restored historical buildings. Only the prices differ, but one thing remains unchanged: excellent service and sincere hospitality of the locals.

The cost of living in hostels is low - from 15 EUR per night. Two-star hotels are not much more expensive: from 20 EUR per day, but the amenities in them are most often shared, on the floor. Most of the local hotels are four-star, with excellent service and a whole range of additional services. For a day in such hotels they will charge from 45 EUR. Rooms in luxury 5 * hotels will cost from 77 EUR per day.

Transport

Most of the Canary Islands have modern highways. Urban public transport in Tenerife represented by the network bus routes TITSA company. Journeys are paid to the driver, the cost of tickets depends on the length of the journey (all prices are on the website). Global buses run on Gran Canaria, tickets - from 1.2 EUR. Routes on Homer connect San Sebastian with others major cities islands. Less often buses go to Hierro.

A multiple ticket for 15-25 EUR, which is sold at Tenerife bus stations, gives a discount of up to 30% on bus trips.

A tram has recently been running between the cities of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and San Cristobal de la Laguna. Ticket price - 1.35 EUR, the schedule can be found on the carrier's website (in English and Spanish). Prices on the page are for November 2019. There are many metered taxis on the islands. Tariffs - from 2.35 EUR for landing and from 0.60 EUR for each km.

Local taxi drivers rarely speak foreign languages, but they are well versed in the names of hotels and other tourist places, so just give the address and check the price.

It is most convenient to travel between the islands by plane: local flights depart daily from Tenerife and Gran Canaria to all the islands of the archipelago, except for Gomera. Ferries also operate here, carrying not only passengers, but also cars. High-speed hydrofoils run regularly between Homera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura, tickets cost from 20 EUR.

Maps of the Canary Islands

Rent a Car

In the Canaries, you can easily rent a car of any brand. This is a great opportunity to see all the local beauty, moving along modern routes on the islands and on high-speed ferries between them. The traffic here is comfortable, traffic jams are rare. But with parking, problems can arise: do not be surprised to see a queue in front of the parking lot. It is most convenient to leave the car in underground parking lots (from 2 EUR per hour).

In many cities of the Canary Islands, there is a very confusing system of one-way streets, so you cannot do without a map.

You can rent a car both at airports and at any popular resort. Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, La Palma 24 and many other well-known companies work here. The cost of renting a small car - from 25 EUR, a minivan - from 35 EUR, a premium car - from 52 EUR per day. Local car rental companies often offer reduced rates for rentals of three days or more. In some offices, you can book not only cars, but also bicycles, motorcycles, scooters and mopeds - a great option for those who appreciate the spirit of freedom on any journey.

Communication and Wi-Fi

A very economical option for international negotiations is Telefonica payphones installed on the streets of all cities. They accept small coins, the cost of calls to Russia is from 0.40 EUR. Surprisingly, it is a fact: from many local payphones you can not only make calls, but also send SMS and even a message to e-mail.

There are 4 major mobile operators in the Canary Islands: Vodafone, Orange, Telefonica Movistar and Lebara. Their tariffs are almost the same, as well as the quality of communication. For calls to Russia, you can purchase an Orange Tarjeta Internacional card for 5 EUR, which is designed for 30-50 minutes of a call. Telefonica Movistar offers a convenient Habla Internacional option: by connecting it for 1 EUR, you can call Russia for 0.20 EUR per minute.

Almost all hotels provide round-the-clock Internet access, but it usually costs a lot: about 5-7 EUR per hour. It is much easier to leave the room and walk to the reception: in the lobby, Wi-Fi is often free, as well as in many catering establishments.

The beaches of the Canary Islands

The Atlantic coast of the Canary Islands is 1500 km of magnificent sandy beaches and steep rocky shores. The water in the ocean here is quite cool (the Gulf Stream flows from north to south), but its color is simply amazing: rich blue due to its great depth. The longest white beaches are in Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria. Coast western islands more abrupt. Most of Tenerife's beaches are covered with golden sand extracted from the bottom of the ocean or delivered from the Sahara.

A magnificent beach ensemble is located near the center of Santa Cruz de Tenerife: on Playa de Taganana - black volcanic sand, on Las Teresitas - more familiar, fine and golden. The real attraction of Puerto de la Cruz is "Playa de Martianes" with a huge lake from a flowing sea ​​water, beautiful fountains and numerous bars and restaurants built on small islands.

Most Russians prefer to sunbathe on the southern beaches of Tenerife: long, narrow, comfortable and ideal for families with children.

Guides in the Canary Islands

Attractions of the Canary Islands

In the northwest of Gran Canaria is the ancient city of Galdar with the remains of the settlements of the indigenous islanders. On the walls of the Cueva Pintada cave, you can see the mysterious drawings of the Guanches tribes: bright, large ornaments in the form of a frieze, which once, perhaps, served as a calendar. Another authentic corner of Gran Canaria is Pueblo Canario, a village with colorful buildings built in the traditional style of the archipelago.

There are two ancient fortresses on Lanzarote at once: Castillo de San Jose, within the walls of which the Museum of Modern Art is opened, and San Gabriel of the 16th century, now the location of the Archaeological Museum.

An unforgettable trip to the pyramids in the Guimar desert in Tenerife. Scientists believe that these structures were erected by local farmers who plowed the land and piled the found stones at the borders of the fields. Tur Heyerdahl managed to discover that Guanches, the ancient natives of the Canary Islands, also lived in a cave under one of the pyramids. Today, an ethnographic park with a museum, a souvenir shop and a cafeteria is laid out in the desert.

One of the most interesting places in Tenerife is the Pyramids of Guimar.

Most famous building in Las Palmas - the House of Columbus (website in English), where the legendary navigator stopped to rest during his journey to the New World. Behind the spectacular facade is a museum where visitors can learn a lot of interesting things about the adventures of the discoverer.

The locals decided to compensate for the lack of large-scale medieval buildings by building the castle of San Miguel in the vicinity of the city of the same name. This is a carefully reproduced copy of an old knight's castle, where they conduct exciting excursions, surprise with spectacular shows and treat you to a hearty dinner in the best traditions of the Middle Ages.

The main natural attractions of the Canaries are the Caldera de Taburiente volcano on the island of La Palma, the waterfall in the Ada Gorge (despite the name, the landscapes here are truly heavenly) and the majestic rock formations of Los Gigantes.

7 things to do in the Canaries

1. Find yourself in February at the carnival in Tenerife.
2. Pamper your eyes with a visit to Loro Park in Puerto de la Cruz (Tenerife).
3. Dream about next time staying at the smallest hotel in the world Punta Grande on the island of Hierro (you had to book in advance!)
4. Get brand new heels after the fish spa treatment.
5. Feel like a grain of sand, standing on the shore of a formidable Atlantic Ocean.
6. Admire lunar landscapes and palm-fringed oases within 10 minutes of each other in Gran Canaria.
7. See the stars through excellent telescopes at the Roque Los Muchachos Observatory on La Palma.

Canary Islands for kids

There are many parks on the island of Tenerife, walks through which will bring joy not only to adults, but also to children. The Teide National Park is famous for its unique flora and fauna, and most importantly, for the eponymous active volcano with a height of 3500 m. With older children, you can climb to its top on foot: fortunately, there is an excellent asphalt track and a funicular. Families with kids are better off renting a car.

Not far from Las Americas, the Eagles Park was opened. Not only proud birds of prey live here, but also a variety of animals: from lions, tigers and crocodiles to monkeys and fur seals. For tourists, there is a high-speed bobsleigh track, water shows and exciting performances with the participation of trained eagles are regularly held.

You can continue your acquaintance with exotic nature in "Parrot Park". It is here that the world's largest collection of these birds is collected. In general, this is a record-breaking park: Europe's largest swimming pool for dolphin shows, the longest shark tunnel and the world's largest indoor penguin exposition - all this is also located here. And in the "Monkey Park" you can feed lemurs from your hands - the impressions will last for a long time!

There is also a great place with water activities in the Canary Islands - Siam Park, built in the Thai style. Wave pool, racing slides, sliders with funnels, play areas for the little ones - you can spend the whole day on the local attractions.

Also few convenient beaches, but very green and surprisingly beautiful. La Palma

Canary Islands - the beach pearl of the Atlantic, great place for relaxation in the bosom of pristine nature. Tenerife is the most big island archipelago. It has numerous national parks, coastlines covered with colorful sand, and the majestic volcano Teide.

The swimming season lasts in Tenerife until November. At this time, the gentle waters of the Atlantic Ocean still retain summer warmth, even despite the decrease in air temperature. The natural attractions of the island are so numerous and varied that it will take more than one week to visit them.

Tenerife is perfect for a wellness holiday. Picturesque hiking trails are laid among its gorges, relict forests allow you to breathe in the healing air to the fullest, and sunbathing energizes you for many months to come.

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What to see and where to go in Tenerife?

The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.

1. Teide volcano

The volcano is the most high peak Spain (3718 meters). It is located in the center of the Teide National Park. At an altitude of 3555 meters there is an observation deck from where almost all the Canary Islands are visible. The volcano is the most popular natural attraction in Tenerife. A cable car connected to the highway leads to its top.

2. City of San Cristobal de la Laguna

The city is located in the northern part of Tenerife near the capital of the island - the city of Santa Cruz. San Cristobal de la Laguna was founded in the 15th century by the military commander F. de Lugo after the conquest of Tenerife. Until 1723 it was the capital of the island. Now the city is the cultural and spiritual center of Tenerife. Since 1999, it has been included in the UNESCO lists due to the unique colonial architecture, which has survived almost unchanged.

3. Loro Park

A natural and entertaining park in the northern part of the island, on the territory of which up to 500 species of parrots live, as well as dolphins, killer whales, penguins, sea lions, turtles, tigers and other animals. Loro Park combines a zoo, a dolphinarium, a botanical garden and an aquarium on its territory. Visitors can not only look at animals, but also visit various shows with their participation.

4. Siam Park Water Park

Siam Park is considered the largest European water park. This is a popular place for families with children. On the territory of the water park there are 25 slides of varying difficulty. Siam Park is decorated in Thai style, as the owners have a special reverence for the culture of the states of Southeast Asia. There is an impromptu floating market, Thai restaurants, statues of fabulous creatures from the Thai epic. The royal family of Thailand was invited to the opening of the park.

5. Menagerie of Tenerife "Monkey Park"

A small zoo in the south of Tenerife, where, in addition to monkeys, reptiles, panthers, jaguars, exotic birds and even domestic animals live. But the main inhabitants of the park are still primates, there are about 20 species of them. For visitors, there is an opportunity to go into the cages of some monkeys, communicate with them and feed them. Since 1991, the park has been functioning as a breeding center for primates.

6. Lago Martianez

A unique park consisting of a system artificial islands and reservoirs located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. The fact is that Northern part Tenerife is less suitable for swimming due to constant waves, so the creation of such a place is fully justified. On the skeletons of the park there are restaurants, beaches, swimming pools and view terraces from where you can explore the picturesque surroundings. Lago Martianez was designed by the architect S. Manrique in 1971.

7. Auditorio de Tenerife

Concert hall located in Santa Cruz - the capital of the island. It was built in 2003 by S. Calatrava Vallas. The building is a picturesque example of modern architecture. The large hall of the Auditorio de Tenerife is designed for 1616 spectators, the chamber hall - for 422 people. Outside there are terraces with views of the Atlantic. From afar, the silhouettes of the building resemble the outlines of the Sydney Opera House.

8. Museum of Nature and Man

The museum is located in the city of Santa Cruz, it was founded in 1958. The collection consists of archaeological, botanical, paleontological and other artifacts found on the territory of Tenerife and other islands of the Canary archipelago. The museum has a natural science library with an impressive book fund. The exposition is located in the neoclassical building of the former college.

9. Nuestra Señora de Africa Market

The market is located near the bus station of the capital of Tenerife, it is well known outside the Canary Islands. It sells local delicacies, seafood, exotic fruits and vegetables, as well as Spanish traditional products. On Sundays, the market opens a flea market where they sell souvenirs and antiques. Retail space located in a building built in a characteristic North African manner.

10. Basilica of Candelaria

The basilica is located in the town of Candelaria, 20 km. from the capital of the island. Nine statues of the leaders of the Guanches tribe, the indigenous inhabitants of the Canary Islands, are installed around the church. The main shrine of the temple is a wooden statue of the Virgin of Candelaria. The monastic complex of the Dominican order adjoins the building of the basilica. Together they form a single architectural ensemble.

11. Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The church houses the Holy Cross of the Conquistadors, which was brought to Tenerife by the Spanish conqueror F. de Lugo in the 15th century. The temple played a big role in the spread of the Christian religion on the island, so it bears the official title of "Mother Church" and is popularly considered the main city cathedral. Until 1638, the church was called the "Temple of the Holy Cross", from where the name of the whole city came from.

12. Pyramids of Guimar

The pyramids of Tenerife are low stepped mounds, whose origin is still shrouded in mystery. It is believed that they appeared long before the settlement of the island by the Guanches tribe. For a long time, the pyramids were not of great interest to researchers, until their relative similarity with similar buildings in Mexico, Peru, Mesopotamia and a certain astronomical orientation were discovered.

13. Cave of the Wind

The underground part of Tenerife is replete with a large number of caves, galleries and passages created by the movements of volcanic lava. The Wind Cave is the largest in Europe (administratively, the Canary Islands belong to Europe, despite the location). It was formed more than 27 thousand years ago as a result of the eruption of one of the island volcanoes. The cave is an underground complex with stone cascades, terraces and lava lakes.

14. Mask Gorge

Masca is a mountain village located at an altitude of 650 meters on the slopes of Masiso de Teno. The village is surrounded by picturesque cypress groves and palm thickets, from here the gorge of the same name originates, along which a hiking trail is laid to the ocean coast. In the 15th century, the village became the last refuge of the indigenous population, who were fleeing from the Spanish conquistadors. Up until the 70s. In the 20th century, it remained practically isolated from the outside world.

15. Infierno Gorge

The gorge is located on the territory of the national park of the same name. Thanks to the unique geographic location, endemic fauna and flora are still preserved here. The gorge is covered with bright tropical vegetation, its appearance does not at all correspond to the frightening name. Through the mountainous area, a tourist walking route 6.5 km long.

16. Rocks de Garcia

The rocks are located in the Teide National Park. They cannot be passed by if you are heading towards cable car to the volcano. There are a lot of hiking trails in the area that lead to natural viewing points. The Cliffs de Garcia is a fairly deserted stone landscape, contrasting rather sharply with the lush tropical vegetation of other parts of the island.

17. Rocks of Los Gigantes

Los Gigantes are located on the western slope of the Teide volcano. They represent an almost sheer wall of stone, which looks picturesque and impressive from the sea. Near the rocks is the small town of Los Gigantes, where there are exotic beaches of black volcanic sand. The indisputable advantage of this place is the small number of tourists and the possibility of a relaxing holiday.

18. Orotava Valley

On the territory of Orotava, before the arrival of the Spaniards, there was a kingdom of Guanches called Taoro. The place was not chosen in vain - the valley is surrounded by fertile lands and provided with a large number of springs fresh water. Wealthy immigrants from Europe built magnificent baroque mansions here, and the mountain slopes were planted with sugar cane. Gradually, a city was formed, which in our time has become a tourist attraction of the island.

19. Esperanza Forest

Dense coniferous forest, where the unique Canary pine, eucalyptus and cedar grow. The locals consider these forests a "place of power", as the air here has healing properties and a unique coniferous smell. In the morning, a thick fog descends on the trees and the incredible aroma of eucalyptus spreads through the forest. Tourists come here to take health walks and enjoy the view of the island's rich vegetation.

20. Botanical Garden (Puerto de la Cruz)

The garden was founded in the 18th century by order of Carlos III. It should be noted that the monarch was seriously interested in gardening, he was greatly interested in the adaptability of plants to various environmental conditions. Tenerife seemed like a great field for experiments. The park was created with the aim of acclimatizing exotic species to the natural conditions of Tenerife. Gradually, the plant diversity of the garden increased to 4,000 species brought from various parts of the world.

21. Dragon Tree

The unique tree grows in the northeastern part of Tenerife near the town of Icod de los Vinos. According to various estimates, the age of the tree is more than 500 years, as it already existed during the Spanish conquest. The weight of the massive crown of the tree reaches 80 tons, the height is 17 meters. The tree has been announced natural monument back in 1917, his image was placed on the banknote of the national currency in 1000 pesetas.

22. Taoro Park

Park with exotic vegetation, located on the territory of the city of Puerto de la Cruz. Dozens of species of trees and flowers grow here, picturesque alleys are laid, artificial waterfalls and fountains are created. Taoro covers an area of ​​10 hectares. The park is popular place for walks with citizens and tourists. Here you can breathe fresh air, play sports or admire the blooming flower beds.

23. El Caleton

The natural pools of El Caleton were formed as a result of the meeting of red-hot lava and cool ocean waters during the eruption of the Trevajo volcano at the beginning of the 18th century. At high tide, the niches fill with water and become suitable for swimming. Over time, the pools were equipped with comfortable slopes. The El Caleton complex is located in the town of Garachico. Pools are visited with pleasure by both the Spaniards themselves and foreign tourists.

24. El Duque Beach

Beach covered with yellow sand, which is located on south coast Costa Adeje. El Duc is considered one of the best beaches in Tenerife. Surrounded by gourmet restaurants, luxurious hotel and numerous entertainment venues. The beach is considered the center of Tenerife's resort life. The beach infrastructure of El Duque is adapted to the most demanding requests.

25. Benijo Beach

A wild beach with black volcanic sand and pebbles, located at the foot of the rocks in a protected area. Locals consider it the most picturesque in Tenerife. The beach area is small - 30 meters of the coastal strip and about 500 meters coastline. From the coastal cliffs, magnificent views of the blue waters of the ocean open, which contrast sharply with the white color of the sea foam near the coast.

26. Las Vistas Beach

The beach is located in the southern part of the island, it is one of the longest in Tenerife. Special barrier structures protect Las Vistas from strong waves and currents, so comfortable swimming is possible in coastal waters. The beach has bars, sports areas, equipment rental and other services. Moreover, there is a special infrastructure for people with disabilities.

27. Hardin Beach

The beach is located in the popular resort of Puerto de la Tenerife, located in the northern part of the island. Hardin is covered with black volcanic sand, surrounded by numerous flowering terraces where coconut and banana palms grow. Lying in the middle of lush gardens, Hardin is a fairly quiet beach, suitable for a relaxing holiday, complete relaxation and enjoyment of natural beauties.

28. Las Teresitas Beach

One and a half kilometer beach with a coastline width of about 70 meters. Las Teresitas is covered with golden sand, which was specially brought here in the 70s. XX century straight from the Sahara desert. This feature distinguishes Las Teresitas from other Tenerife beaches, as the latter are mostly covered with dark volcanic sand. The small settlement of San Andrés is located nearby, and there is a large free parking lot for tourists.

29. Cape Teno

The cape is the westernmost point of the island. The terrain is a harsh cliff with a steep descent into the raging waves. From the observation deck, the ocean and the distant outlines of the coastline of Tenerife are perfectly visible. There are two lighthouses on the cape - an old stone lighthouse of the 19th century and a new, higher one, which was built in 1987. For inspection, rooms are available, in which the families of caretakers once lived.

30. Teide Observatory

The Canary Islands are considered one of the best places to watch starry sky Southern Hemisphere, many European scientists conduct their astronomical research here. The Teide Observatory was founded in 1964 at the Canaries Institute of Astrophysics. The institution has international status and is one of the largest observatories in the world. The telescope is located at an altitude of 2390 meters.