The Canary Islands attract millions of tourists each year and really, it is not hard to see why. The location of the Canary Islands is in close proximity to the coast of northwestern Africa, however it is actually a part of Spain, giving it a truly unique mix. Read on to find out more about three of the Canary Islands that you absolutely must visit.
Tenerife
This is the largest and probably the most popular of all the Canary Islands. It is a great idea to spend some of your summers holidays in Los Cristianos, which is a lively town situated on the south coast of Tenerife. This place is especially popular as a tourist destination because of the great climate, beaches, as well as a wealth of restaurants and bars. Los Cristianos is also a great place for whale watching, fishing trips and of course party cruises. Tenerife also has some other great attractions such as Teide national park, which takes up a significant portion of the island and is home to the highest peak in the Canary Islands and also Spain.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is the second largest of the Canary Islands and has the most diverse range of environments of the islands. So much so that about a third of the island is protected by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve. The north is by far cooler and is much less popular than the south in terms of tourists, and this gives visitors the option of a quiet or more lively location. Surfing and beach life are a great way to experience Gran Canaria, particularly with an average temperature of 24 degrees Celsius!
Lanzarote
Thi is the easternmost island of the Canary Islands and is distinctive for the volcanoes that dot its landscape. The island is very well know for its crystal clear waters and exceptional beaches, and has a stunning contrast between man and nature. The island itself has a large array of plant species, but in the most unique sense, very few animal species (mostly the animals that have accompanied settlers over the years). Lanzarote is one of the more peaceful options of the Canary Islands that has a distinct emphasis on nature, particularly with the various lava fields and volcano influenced landscape.
