THE PARADISE FOR SEA LOVERS
With its average annual temperature of 22° C, Lanzarote is the perfect place for practicing water sports like surf or windsurf. Nevertheless, Lanzarote is a fascinating world of grottos, bends and riffs that can be discovered among beautiful colors. Lanzarote´s sea bottom enjoys a great biodiversity of an incalculable value, which has led to its denomination of Marine Reserve. That is why an amazing underwater world is waiting for all those who get immersed into it – by snorkeling or professionally diving. Puerto del Carmen, El Muellito, Playa Chica, Veril de los Fariones or the one called Catedral are just a few examples of the most popular diving spots. However, possibly the most impressive attraction of Lanzarote is the Atlantic Museum which was created by Jason de Cayres Taylor. The museum is located in Bahía de Las Coloradas approximately 15 meters deep and quite a spectacle. The coves, bays and shores of an exceptional beauty that guard Lanzarote are a must for those who just want to enjoy a refreshing dip. La caleta de Famara, the beaches of Papagayo, the beach Bajo el Risco, the coves of El Pozo or Malvas de Tinajo are just a few examples of the spots to be discovered.
CÉSAR: VISIONARY OF THE DREAMED LAND
Lanzarote is only to be understood regarding the figure of César Manrique. Surrounded by the island´s
white colours and reds of the volcano, Lanzarote´s favorite son dreamed of creating a different place.
Thanks to its innovative vision and his works of art-nature his dream came true.
Manrique, a lover of the abrupt nature of the island of volcanoes, created impeccable and delicate works created merged with
the landscape, using natural resources of Lanzarote. Los Jameos Del Agua, the entrance and the
restaurant “El Diablo” in Timanfayas National Park, the Monumento al Campesino, the Mirador del Río and
the International Museum of Contemporary Art are some of his most famous and acclaimed interventions.
The artistic works of Manrique have been recognized nationally and internationally, receiving awards
such as the World Prize for Ecology and Tourism. Of course, his trajectory and his loving caring for the
environment influenced the declaration of Lanzarote as a Biosphere Reserve in 1993. Manrique created the
Taro of Tahíche taking advantage of the natural space resulting from five volcanic bubbles. This was his
home, and is now the Foundation of César Manrique as a tourist center in Lanzarote.
THE EXQUISITE HERITAGE OF THE VOLCANO
In Lanzarote, the volcano has left us a precious heritage. Over this blanket of lava
is La Geria, a unique winegrowing region worldwide in the Southwest of the island,
bordering the
Timanfaya National Park and neighboring the triangle of
Salinas de Janubio, Los Hervideros and Charco de los Clicos. This
protected natural landscape and emblem of
Lanzarote is characterized by its uniqueness: it impresses due to the greatness of
volcanic ash born from the eruption of
Timanfaya between 1730 and 1736. From desolate and inhospitable appearance, this
territory is nevertheless rich thanks to the contrast of temperatures and the humidity, which ensure the
best grapes. On the island, black wine types grown are the Listán Negro and Negramoll; among the white
ones, there are the Listán Blanco, Moscatel and Diego. However, in this area a characteristic and unique
grape of high quality is abundant, known worldwide for its balance, flavor and bouquet:
Volcanic Malmsey.
In La Geria is the Museo del Vino, placed in the ancient cellar of
“El Grifo”, built on volcanic lava in 1775. In this ethnographic museum, the
different tools and machinery that have been used in wine production throughout history are exposed. You
can make an interesting tour through the wine cellar and its library, leisurely take a stroll through
the vineyards, and in the cozy tasting hall – with cheese on the table – savour our wines recognized and
awarded nationally and internationally.
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We will be pleased to help you out.
Tel: +34 928 519 251