Lanzarote - the easternmost of the islands, the fourth largest in the Canary archipelago. Otherwise it is called "an island of fire-breathing mountains," because in its territory there are about three hundred volcanoes. One third of the island is covered with ash and basalt - these are the consequences of the strongest eruption of thirty volcanoes that occurred in 1730 and lasted 6 years. The impression of local nature makes an indelible - it seems that plants miraculously grow from dry land.
Perhaps, this is the most unusual island of the Canary archipelago, capable not to leave indifferent even the experienced traveler. Its charm lies in the amazing harmony between civilization and nature, in fantastic volcanic landscapes, discreet architecture and special charm
Thanks to its unique landscape, Lanzarote more than once inspired artists. French writer Michelle Uelbek devoted his story to the island. And on the multi-colored lava fields of Lanzarote, a lot of films about the planet have been filmed, where life has not yet arisen.
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How to get there
There are no direct flights from Moscow to this fabulous island, you have to fly with a transfer. The most convenient option is to fly from Moscow to the largest Canary Island - Tenerife, from which it is not difficult to get to Lanzarote: an air communication is perfectly organized between the islands of the archipelago. Flights to Tenerife are provided by Transaero, VIM-Avia, Helios-Air and AirBaltic. Time in the air - 7, 5 hours, the cost of the flight depends on the season and the airline. The flight between the islands of the Canary archipelago will cost an average of € 80.
From the airport near the capital of the island, Arrecife, there is a bus service to the resorts.
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Climate
The climate in Lanzarote is sunny and dry. The island as a result of the historical eruption is practically devoid of vegetation, which in no small measure affected the climate of Lanzarote. Rain in these places is a very rare phenomenon. Moreover, the island is slightly cooler than the Canary archipelago as a whole: it is deprived of natural protection, it first meets the north-east trade wind from the ocean. The average temperature in summer is +26 ºС, in winter - +20 ºС. The water temperature is about 20 ° C year round.
Beaches Lanzarote
On the southern coast of the island, in Papagayo Bay, there are the best beaches of Lanzarote with a crystal clean water and white sand. Their pristine beauty has survived to this day largely due to the fact that it is very difficult to get to the bay.
In the southeast there is another tourist center of the island - the oldest resorts of Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise. Constant winds make it not particularly revered by fans to lie in the sun, but this is a favorite place for windsurfers. Costa Teguise is located on the shores of the ocean in the eastern part of the island, fifteen minutes from the airport
Entertainment, sightseeing and attractions Lanzarote
On the western side of Lanzarote is the national park of Timanfaya - the very volcanoes that once changed to unrecognizable image of the island. "Fiery mountains" - the famous lava field, tourists go around by bus, feeling the heat coming from the earth: only a few centimeters from the surface the temperature reaches +350 ° C.
In the northeast of the island there is the Massif of La Corona with the unique volcanic pipes of Jamaos del Agua and the volcanic cave Cueva de los Verdes . They are under the lava fields a volcano bearing the name of Corona . Cueva de l ' s-Verdes is the biggest cave of volcanic origin in the world . Its depth is 6 km, some of the halls reach 15 m in height and 24 m in width, and thanks to the magnificent natural acoustics it became possible in one of the halls to equip a concert hall . @ And in the coastal zone of Los Ervideros, where the lava fancifully merges with the sea, is the amazing green crater of El-Golfo .
- Get to the best beaches on the island in Papagayo Bay.
- Visit the concert inside the huge cave Cueva de la
- Enjoy the view of the Chiniho Archipelago from the Mirador del Río viewing platform
- Celebrate International Surfing Day (June 24) in a company of professionals from different countries
- See the most unusual vineyards in the world located directly in the volcanic desert.
- Visit the cactus garden and be amazed at the huge number of variations of this prickly plant.
- Wander around at low tide, as soft as silk, black sand
For lovers of old architecture, Castillo de San- Jose - a major fortification The sanctuary erected in 1779 on a high basalt ledge . His mission was to protect the entrance to the port of Lanzarote Island . The portal is equipped with a lifting bridge, small turrets on the corners echo with the whole architecture of the island, the facade is made up of rectangular stones . Inside is located Museum of Contemporary Art (MIAC), which contains a huge collection of abstract sculpture and painting from the 50's and 70's of the 20th century's ., as well as the works of the museum's founder, Cesar Manrique .
Noteworthy on the island of Lanzarote are the Famara cliffs, the Cactus garden (also the architectural creation of Cesar Manrique) and especially the viewing platform of Mirador del Río, which offers a stunning view of the nearby Chiniho archipelago. The observation deck and the complex of volcanic caves of Hameos del Agua are two other attractions created by the restless César Manrique. This amazing complex includes, for example, a water grotto (a shelter for tiny blind albino crabs) and a cave-concert hall for 600. On the west coast of the southern part of Lanzarote around Salinas de Hanoibio are solonchaks inhabited by small shrimps. Here flocks of pink flamingos flutter fantastically, sceneries landscape.
In the north, a mile and a half long strait separates Lanzarote from the tiny island of Graciosa, where, according to legend, cruel pirates hid the stolen treasures. Another north of Lanzarote is known for the green "Valley of Thousands of Palms": this was the whole island before the eruptions.
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