Lanzarote Holidays - the volcanic canary island
Author: Simon Johnson
Situated in the eastern corner of Canary Island, Lanzarote
is an exciting Spanish island with lot to offer for a good
holiday. The southern part of Lanzarote is dominated with
magnificent volcanoes, formed by 18th century old
eruptions. The island has beaches, volcanoes, water
activities, amazing resorts, sparkling nightlife, delicious
cuisines and many other recreation facilities to make your
holiday in Lanzarote a happening one.
Following are some of the famous tourist attractions to be
visited when holidaying in Lanzarote:
Timanfaya
Holiday in Lanzarote is incomplete without a visit to the
volcanic zone or the volcanoes, also known as Fire
Mountain. In year 1968 the Parque National de Timanfaya was
declared as a national park, which is today a major tourist
attraction for all the foreign tourists and visitors. The
area also has amazing camel ride which takes tourists and
visitors to the hill. Due to heavy crowd of visitors and
tourists on a holiday in Lanzarote, the place also has
delicacy of delicious and grilled food served at renowned
El Diablo restaurant at the peak of the hill.
The Cactus Garden
Designed and planned by Cesar Manrique, El Jardin del
cactus garden brings an elegant collection of around 1000
different cactus species. The variety of cacti selection
was chosen by Estanislo Gonzales Ferrer, Botanist.
Fundación César Manrique
This foundation of renowned artist Cesar Manrique is
usually visited by a large number of tourists every day.
The foundation is more of a showcase of this eminent
artist, his life and perception. When holidaying in
Lanzarote it is important to acknowledge the artist's and
his work, to understand and complement the appeal of this
canary island.
Jameos Del Agua
James Del Agua was once an underground lava bubble which
was converted into today's theater and auditorium. This
tourist attraction is a hit among many tourist and visitors
holidaying in Lanzarote. 100 m long and 30m in width, this
volcanic bubble is roofless and has swimming pool, garden
along with a bar and dance floor made out of the rocks of
volcano.
Aquapark, Costa Teguise
Holiday in Lanzarote can be fun with family too. This huge
aqua park of Lanzarote brings all the family fun as its
offer water rides, flumes, pools and lots of water. Tourist
and visitors holidaying in Lanzarote often end up at this
water park, to rest and enjoy between their excursions to
island's amazing beauty.
Wine museum El Grifo
With over 40,000 tourist and visitors paying a visit to it
every year, El Grifo is the major and highly admired wine
museum. The wine producing region of this island is worth
paying a visit when holidaying in Lanzarote. The museum
also has a monument of Grifo, a work of art by famous Cesar
Manrique.
Best time to visit of holiday in Lanzarote
The best season to visit Lanzarote would be the months of
September and October.
About the Author:
If you found this information useful you can find out more
at http://www.last-minute-holidays.me.uk . You will be able
to watch holiday videos as well as find out more about
holiday destinations and a Last Minute Holidays.
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working hyperlink remains to our site -
Simon Johnson
Author: Simon Johnson
Situated in the eastern corner of Canary Island, Lanzarote
is an exciting Spanish island with lot to offer for a good
holiday. The southern part of Lanzarote is dominated with
magnificent volcanoes, formed by 18th century old
eruptions. The island has beaches, volcanoes, water
activities, amazing resorts, sparkling nightlife, delicious
cuisines and many other recreation facilities to make your
holiday in Lanzarote a happening one.
Following are some of the famous tourist attractions to be
visited when holidaying in Lanzarote:
Timanfaya
Holiday in Lanzarote is incomplete without a visit to the
volcanic zone or the volcanoes, also known as Fire
Mountain. In year 1968 the Parque National de Timanfaya was
declared as a national park, which is today a major tourist
attraction for all the foreign tourists and visitors. The
area also has amazing camel ride which takes tourists and
visitors to the hill. Due to heavy crowd of visitors and
tourists on a holiday in Lanzarote, the place also has
delicacy of delicious and grilled food served at renowned
El Diablo restaurant at the peak of the hill.
The Cactus Garden
Designed and planned by Cesar Manrique, El Jardin del
cactus garden brings an elegant collection of around 1000
different cactus species. The variety of cacti selection
was chosen by Estanislo Gonzales Ferrer, Botanist.
Fundación César Manrique
This foundation of renowned artist Cesar Manrique is
usually visited by a large number of tourists every day.
The foundation is more of a showcase of this eminent
artist, his life and perception. When holidaying in
Lanzarote it is important to acknowledge the artist's and
his work, to understand and complement the appeal of this
canary island.
Jameos Del Agua
James Del Agua was once an underground lava bubble which
was converted into today's theater and auditorium. This
tourist attraction is a hit among many tourist and visitors
holidaying in Lanzarote. 100 m long and 30m in width, this
volcanic bubble is roofless and has swimming pool, garden
along with a bar and dance floor made out of the rocks of
volcano.
Aquapark, Costa Teguise
Holiday in Lanzarote can be fun with family too. This huge
aqua park of Lanzarote brings all the family fun as its
offer water rides, flumes, pools and lots of water. Tourist
and visitors holidaying in Lanzarote often end up at this
water park, to rest and enjoy between their excursions to
island's amazing beauty.
Wine museum El Grifo
With over 40,000 tourist and visitors paying a visit to it
every year, El Grifo is the major and highly admired wine
museum. The wine producing region of this island is worth
paying a visit when holidaying in Lanzarote. The museum
also has a monument of Grifo, a work of art by famous Cesar
Manrique.
Best time to visit of holiday in Lanzarote
The best season to visit Lanzarote would be the months of
September and October.
About the Author:
If you found this information useful you can find out more
at http://www.last-minute-holidays.me.uk . You will be able
to watch holiday videos as well as find out more about
holiday destinations and a Last Minute Holidays.
Please feel free to republish this article provided a
working hyperlink remains to our site -
Simon Johnson
