The Canary Island, between Africa and Europe, has an incredible variety of beaches, landscapes and microclimates and is the perfect sea for winter
Gran Canaria It is a small miniature continent. The island that is part of the archipelago of Canary has about 60 kilometers of beaches which They extend along 236 km of coastline, heated by sun that shines almost always. That is why Gran Canaria is one of the most suitable destinations to spend the winter in the heat. Without going too far and without flying too much.
Beaches
In Gran Canaria there are beaches for all tastes and you can go even during winter. For generations they have been a magnet that attracts tourists from all over the world. There are very famous and popular beaches, such as the long strip of sand of Maspalomas, a huge expanse of golden sand that starts from English beach and arrives at the great lighthouse of Maspalomas, bordering a dune desert that bathes the southern coast of the island and is reminiscent of the Saharan landscape. Even in the South there are many beaches, starting with the quiet ones, ideal for families who come in summer, such as San Agustin, the beach of Arguineguin and the small beach of Puerto de Mogán, even the busiest of Puerto Rico, one of the places with the best climate in all of Spain. The island also has countless small coves. Some are touristy and equipped with all services, while others are secluded, an excellent refuge for those who want to feel comfortable. The latter are mainly found in the North. there are small ones coastal towns how Agate, where those who want to purge themselves from the hectic routine escape.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, also in the north of the island, has a great beach, The pits, which extends to the heart of the city. A kilometer-long urban beach that attracts crowds of people to swim or surf the waves on a surfboard. It is absolutely worth seeing St Anne's Cathedral. But Las Palmas is a city closely linked to Christopher Columbus. You can visit the Christopher Columbus House-Museum, in the historic neighborhood of Vegueta, which welcomed him during his first trip to America, and theHermitage of San Antonio Abad, Where Columbo He prayed before continuing his journey.
The villages
Over the centuries, half the world has left its mark on Gran Canaria. In small towns narrow streets, At remote villages, in the stately villas and in the ports you can admire completely different landscapes. You may encounter a huge one. neo gothic church in the middle of a banana forest or in one prehispanic city a step away from the market or even in the remains of culture Aboriginal linked to the first inhabitants of the island. Gran Canaria is the island where 117 cultures were found. For centuries it was a border point and no one knew what lay beyond. Thousands of people passed through its port. It is the last European port, the last breath of fresh air before embarking on a long transoceanic adventure.
folklore
Il carnival It kicks off the numerous celebrations in Gran Canaria that explode with the arrival of spring. The most colorful event of the year is celebrated from the beginning of February to the beginning of March in Las Palmas, but also in Maspalomas, AgĂĽimes, Ingenio and Agaete. The island, which is divided into 21 municipalities and as many towns, districts and neighborhoods, always has a good reason to celebrate a party. If you see a rocket Shot in the air, a party is about to start there.
How to get
There are direct flights from Orio al Serio (BG) to Gran Canaria three times a week. As for accommodation, the island is full of resort, next to the sea or inland, where the pool is never missing. If the water is cold (even in summer), swimming here is guaranteed all year round.
