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Sightseeing in Canary Islands - what to see. Complete travel guide

El Teide sobre el mar de nuvols Holidays on the Canary Islands may be the dream of every traveler. They have long been associated with high quality service, because islands have everything for an exciting pastime. Near major resorts you can find a variety of restaurants, bars and noisy discos, nightclubs and other entertainment venues. It’s worth to to step a little deeper to see things differ; there are quiet and cozy villages with a leisurely lifestyle and pristine forests deep in islands.
Excursion over cultural sights of Canary Islands - 'must visit' points of interest
No matter which of the picturesque islands of the archipelago you would choose, it will be able to provide a variety of interesting excursions. The most popular is Tenerife; the Pyramids of … Open
Due to the unique climate, a trip to the Canary Islands would be pleasant at any time of year. In winter, temperatures rarely drop below 20 degrees Celsius; in summer it is usually 25-27C. Each of the seven islands has excellent facilities for beach holidays. As a rule, all the major hotels have their own beaches and equipment rent centers. Resorts provide their guests a variety of entertainment options, from traditional scuba diving and yachting to skydiving.
The Canary Islands are home to majestic Mount Teide. The most curious travelers can climb to the volcano and enjoy panoramic views there. Another popular activity is high-seas fishing. Every day, yacht trips for tourists are arranged; you can go fishing at the daytime or at night. It’s worth to tell a little bit more about the night entertainment program. There are lots of nightclubs and discos on the every island; foot tapping parties and festivals are often held at the beach, so fans and dancers won’t be bored. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Your active city break in Canary Islands. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
More than 10 million travelers visit the Canary Islands annually. The archipelago is ready to offer its guests perfect facilities for various activities. Picturesque beaches and numerous … Open
An extensive program waits for foodies. You can taste rare seafood in luxury restaurants; local villages welcome guests with nice fruit desserts and homemade alcoholic drinks. Playa Jardin, Playa de Los, Playa Ingles, Corralejo, Playa de Fanabe, Playa de las and Playa del Duque are considered the most popular resorts of the Canary Islands. Each of them deserves to be called the best.
broken stairs The largest and most visited island of the archipelago is Tenerife. There are resorts and entertainments for every taste. Here, you can visit the youth resort of Los Cristianos that is famous for its night discos and clubs. The resort of Las Americas is popular with fans not only of noisy entertainments, but also of water sports. Those who prefer to vacation in an uncrowded and peaceful atmosphere should visit the resort of Puerto de la Kruz. There are no big and comfortable beaches at the resort but it is not so difficult for the guests to reach nearby well-equipped coastal zones.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Canary Islands
1. The Canary Islands is a year-round resort, where travelers can have vacations at any time of year. Even in winter the water temperature at most beach resorts is comfortable for swimming. … Open
Gran Canaria island is distinguished by a variety of resorts, entertainments, and a well-equipped tourist infrastructure. There are excellent beaches, water sports centers, hundreds of shopping enthusiasts, and amazing restaurants that will impress all the gourmets. One of the main symbols of the island is sandy dunes, real tiny Sahara, stretching along over 5 000 meters. On the island, there are excellent conditions for water sports. There are perfect beaches for surfing and centers of extreme sports.
Tenerife The resorts of Fuerteventura are very popular with fans of peaceful beach recreation and with romantic persons. On the territory of this island, there are the longest beaches of the Canary Islands. It is easy to find a place for calm recreation here even in the middle of the tourist season. At the coast, there are famous resort hotels. If you go several hundred kilometers from them, you will reach the fabulous desert coast.
Cuisine of Canary Islands for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
The modern cuisine of the Canary Islands is strongly influenced by the tourist industry; many dining places are focused primarily on foreign visitors. There are restaurants of all traditions … Open
The travelers who want to combine beach entertainments with observing nature attractions should definitely visit Lanzarote Island. The entire territory of the island is declared a natural reserve. Its main value is extinct volcanoes. The ascent of their tops may become an unforgettable adventure. When walking here, you can admire wonderful lunar landscapes. There are no classic entertainment centers and big resort areas on the island, so nothing can disturb you here. The islands of La Palma, La Gomera, and La Hierro that are also notable for natural beauties are very popular with admirers of natural beauties.
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Canary Islands
♥   Castle 'Castle of San Felipe' Canary Islands, 15.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castle of San Miguel' Canary Islands, 25 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castle of San Joaquín' Canary Islands, 39.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castle of San Juan' Canary Islands, 41.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castle of San Andrés' Canary Islands, 49 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Canary Islands
♥   Nacional Park 'El Teide' , 2.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   World Heritage Site 'Teide National Park' , 4.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Natural Park 'Corona Forestal' , 10.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cave 'Cueva Cerdaña' , 45.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Natural Park 'Majona' , 54.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sights around Canary Islands from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'

Garajonay National Park

From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Europe”
Check on the map:   Distance from Canary Islands center - 63.9 km.
The national park has lots of amazing hiking trails; however, some areas of the park are closed to tourists. The most attractive and popular entertainment for the park guests is still climbing the Garajonay mountain, which is nothing but an ancient extinct volcano. The mountain offers a simply great view of the island; evergreen forests and the coast can be admired in all their glory. The year-round ecological museum exhibition that is devoted to the peculiarities of the ecosystem of the La Gomera island, operates in the park. Another great place to visit is the Botanical Garden. … Read further

Piramides de Guimar

From the series “Top Survived Pyramids from Previous Civilizations”
Check on the map:   Distance from Canary Islands center - 21.4 km.
Many scientists including Tur Hayerdal disagree with this theory of the appearance of the pyramids. In addition to the rolling stones from the local fields, the lava beds were also used during the construction of the pyramids. The ground was paved carefully before the pyramid was built. And the regular architectural form of the buildings and inexplicably inexplicable: why would you form the pyramids from the stones if you could just pile them up? Today, six ancient pyramids are united in the great complex, on whose territory there are several museums and several excellent recreation areas. Many tourists strive to visit Guimar pyramids on the day of the summer westerly turn to observe the unique phenomenon - the twilight - still a mystery of the strange buildings. … Read further
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Sightseeing in regions nearby Canary Islands

Tenerife
The most famous ancient monuments of this place are the pyramids of Guymar, which are located in the eastern part of the city. The purpose of this architectural complex remains a mystery up to our days. Nowadays Ethnographic Park is organized around the pyramids. The staff of this complex will tell all visitors about their studies and assumptions concerning this mysterious ... Open »
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz is surely rich in historical monuments. You should definitely make a walk through the main square, Charco, where is located a statue depicting the Virgin Mary. San Felipe Castle is one of the oldest architectural places of interest of the city. Miranda House is, probably, the most famous modern institution. The most popular gift shop of the city is opened in ... Open »
Los Gigantes
Los Gigantes is a town located on the west coast of one of the Canary Islands - Tenerife. The landscape of this region is quite unusual as the town occupies a flat part of the coast. This surprisingly flat area is located at the foot of giant rock formations also named Los Gigantes. Actually the name of the city comes from the name of these rocks. These majestic cliffs are also ... Open »
Playa de las Americas
The resort will also please the fans of international cuisine. You will find various restaurants and cafes simply everywhere. There are several facilities that specialize exclusively in Canarian dishes, so these are simply best places to try delicious seafood and the main national dish – the rabbit stew. On the territory of Playa Las Americas are located eight ... Open »
La Gomera
Tourists will find large choice of national parks and nature reserves and other protected places. The island is home to various rare animals. For example, the giant Canary lizard belongs to main endemics of the island. Today this animal is close to extinction. Among other sights of La Gomera are Columbus House, Mirador de Roce Blanco Observation Area, San Marcos Church, San ... Open »
Gran Canaria
There are many places of interest in Gran Canaria. These are old Vegueta quarter on the south of the city that keeps interesting architectural and historical sights, St. Anna Square on which is located the Cathedral, the house of Christopher Columbus that is now open as the Museum of Century of Discoveries, and Canary Islands Museum that features artifacts from the ancient ... Open »
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