Lanzarote Holidays - Travel Guide

Lanzarote is the most easterly of the Canary Islands and like the others it enjoys warm temperatures and an abundance of sunshine all year round. Long white sandy beaches and the otherworldly appearance of the Lanzarote landscapes add to the attraction of Lanzarote holidays. The capital of Lanzarote, Arrecife grew from being merely the port area of the former capital Teguise into the island’s principal town. Two great fortresses stand above the port, harking back to a bygone era of piracy on the high seas.

The cultural beauty of Lanzarote owes much to the Lanzarote born artist and architect Cesar Manrique, who ensured the traditional heritage of the island was not lost during proposed development during the 1970’s and 80’s. As a result you can enjoy Holidays in Lanzarote in unspoilt whitewashed villages reminiscent of the Lanzarote of old.

Timanfaya National park is an interesting place to visit for anyone that Holidays in Lanzarote. This vast area of volcanic landscapes and strange craters is an extraordinary sight and in addition the 'El Diablo' restaurant serves traditional Canarian food cooked in a natural volcanic oven.

To add a cultural aspect to your Lanzarote Holidays the impressive fortifications of Castillo de San Gabriel, a 16th Century fortress overlooking Arrecife harbour are also a good place to visit.