Embajadores de Canarias, compartiendo nuestra gran fortuna, este privilegio de vivir en las Islas Afortunadas.
Canary Ambassadors, sharing our good fortune, this privilege of living in the lucky Islands.
The tour of the Las Canteras is situated few meters from the beach. Its length is about 3 kilometers making it ideal for me to maintain physical fitness by the practice of 'jogging' at the same time to enjoy a unique atmosphere, filled with bars and restaurants, live music, artists performing their work, male statue, etc and also the freshness of the sea.
At one end of the walk you can find the Alfredo Kraus auditorium where I could enjoy the concert of Pedro Guerra, and make my fringe of the institute and, in turn repeat scenario for the fringe of the university. This is a beautiful place because of its large size and in addition to the large window through which you can see the sea.
The "Castle Romeral" is a small fishing village located in the southwest of the island of Gran Canaria.
Upon arrival, we find the small fishing port, where small boats highlight colors and fishing nets in the sea. Facing the marina can eat at the famous fishermen's guild, where fresh fish is the specialty, besides being very tasty food.
On the other hand, you're resting, you can walk a few minutes around 2 swimming pools with sea water, which are near the sea. The image of the pools is very pretty, and is a safe place to stop to take pictures and swim with the fish that are within the pools.
In addition, we find many fishermen with their fishing poles along the coast. An ideal image to photograph.
My first experience was this summer surfing at the beach in the Las Canteras, to be exact in the area known as the Ciser. It is a good place to learn and that brings good waves and in turn is a site considered dangerous if you are careful. On a personal level was a big challenge because I never imagined being able to get up on a table and balance, and to be my first time I did anything wrong.
However, that of falling so many times in the attempt and made quite frustrated when they had just given back to the full body hurt. But in short I had with it is something that repeated again, plus once you have made something that had long been wanting to do.
The Arinaga is located in the southwest of the island of Gran Canaria.
From the lighthouse Arinaga to the port, we can find several beaches where you can enjoy diving, sunbathing, fishing or hiking.
I had the fortune of passing my childhood at the beach of Arinaga. It's a nice and relax beach, where I could learn how to fish, throw stones to the water, how to swim, and dive. Here you can observe one of the best sundowns of the island. One of the best memories I have here is the afternoon i first fell in love and gave my first kiss.
In the southwest of the island of Gran Canaria you can find two wonderful places.
The first is the Arinaga Lighthouse, where you can feel the wind in your face, and admire the stunning views seen from the beach of "Cabron" and Arinaga beach. Today the lighthouse is under construction, but we can approach him and take pictures of the lighthouse and the landscape.
On the other hand we find the beach of "Cabron" A spectacular place inhabited by very few houses along the beach, but under the water lies a great treasure. Cabron is a marine reserve, ideal for scuba diving activities due to its rich flora and fauna.
Honestly, if you're a fan of diving, I recommend without hesitation, come to this place.
If you are looking for a place to feel the wind, watch a volcanic landscape and hear the sound of the waves, you should come to this place.
Situated a few minutes from the capital of Gran Canaria. Easy to reach by road. Here you can see the wonderful views of the north coast of the island, the force of the sea crashing against the rocks and wind. It also has some stunning views of the capital. You can see the island in the distance.
It's a nice place to take pictures and admire the sculpture of Atlanta, which seems to receive the sea with open arms. And if you get hunger not worry, because there you can find a small restaurant where you can dine while admiring all the beautiful scenery.
The Indian palm represents the immigrant, who after making a fortune in Cuba,returned to the archipelago by clear display of his acquired wealth, representing a personal triumph with the backwardness of the peasantry canary of the time.
Today the party of the Indians held on Carnival Monday, simulating the landing of immigrants in the harbor, dressed in the traditional Indian attire (white rigorousCaribbean and Panama hats ”), to then begin the battle with powder To the soundof Cuban music.
The origin of the custom of playing and battling with talcum powder is not entirely clear. It is believed that after the abandonment of a lot of flour in poor condition at the port of La Palma, residents used it as a perfect toy for jokes so characteristic ofcarnival day.
Forward a project that began in July next sixteen years in business. Produced by the Cultural Association Ingenio Songs and Dances of the "International Folklore Festival Villa de Ingenio" Shows Solidarity of the Peoples" is an event that each summer makes Gran Canaria and in particular the town of Ingenio, becomes a party where is leading the dance and music.
It is gratifying to meet annually in July involved in a project that unites the world through culture, dance, music and tradition.
Years of experience have enriched us culturally, day by day, being with the embassies where we share not only dance and tradition but sometimes they are mostly friends who remain to this day. An act that each year we hope to not only the organization but also the public that there are attending workshops dominated the interaction between different cultures coming from as far away. It is not just a show where dance show but a time when the attendees enjoyed getting to know the components of the guests, tasting of foods from the countries participating in the festival, knowing about the cultural embassies, among so variety. An experience that is complemented throughout the week with colorful parades and performances in and out of our town.
Immersed in economic and social situation of concern, last year we face the tough task of following through with the festival but without the financial means for its realization. Thinking the best for the festival and for a people who love and preserve their traditions, the organization carries out mechanisms for the recovery of it reminiscent of rocky beginnings. Offered for sale a ticket, thanks to companies involved and join gift giving, most valuable. It gives us a great response from citizens who are to be sold in its entirety.
Since I was little, I always had certain beliefs about the Virgin of Santa Rita and the small churches all. Do not know if it's coincidence, luck or perhaps fate, but all the promises I've made have been met.
This small church located near the airport of Gran Canaria, is a famous place of pilgrimage on the island, because when the day is the festival of the Virgen de Santa Rita, on the roads we see many pilgrims on their way to church.
The church is amazing by day but at night is fascinating and somewhat mysterious, because when they feel that way about a good feeling running through your body.
One of the visits should do if they are in Gran Canaria is the Church of Santa Rita.
This year some friends attended the Rally Isla de Lanzarote and his words were clear: Spectacular.
My friends are from Gran Canaria, and bought a ferry ticket to travel to the island of Lanzarote, where they celebrated the event and to which attended every year. Once in Lanzarote, there was only going to the sections where the riders spent their cars at high speed and skidding.
I must say that in the Canary Islands has existed for years a great love of motor sport, especially at the rallies. Years ago I remember attending the rally Canary Islands when held in the municipality of Telde. Since childhood, many parents not only teach their children various ways canary, but also lead to these events, which tend to unite father and son.
Finally, I can only say a few words that my friend finished his story in the rally last year Lanzarote: LANZAROTE TO RALLY THE BEST I HAVE SEEN IN THE LAST 5 YEARS. THE PODIUM dispute until the last mile.
If you want to get started windsurfing world or keep practicing to get to compete with the best in the world, what are you waiting for? Come to the Canary Islands.
Windsurfing combines two exciting disciplines, sailing and surfing. Windsurfing allows you to drive freely depending on wind direction and position of the table.
Learn windsurfing two decades ago requiring patience, dedication and sacrifice. But, many teachers help you learn quickly, which allows you to enjoy the beautiful game from the first day.
On the other hand, if you're a professional windsurfer, the Canary Islands may be your place of rest, accommodation and training, as it has great beach to practice this sport, and performance centers such as Pozo Izquierdo, location holds a world championship event Windsurfing.
Would you like to live a fun experience? For in the south of Gran Canaria, I propose different varieties of water skiing you pass it big. You can choose between skiing and Skyboard usual, which is the same but on a table or float where you will enjoy riding a giant donut-shaped or the famous banana.
I can tell, the skiing is amazing and at the end of the day's legs do not feel the physical effort performed. But it's worth.
If you want to have some fun, do not hesitate to have this experience on the coast of Gran Canaria.
A large group of friends we had a spectacular day boat trip on the island of Gran Canaria.
Several boats left the beach Burrero destination south of the island of Gran Canaria. Different types of ships and boats, jet skis and other vessels.
In the south of the island, many different activities such as skiing, got in the donnut and we even swam in the sea. At noon, we stop at a small cove, where we use to eat the whole group of people.
The southern coast of the island is characterized by high rocky cliffs from the area of Arguineguin touring throughout the west. Meloneras to Playa del Ingles you can find great and beautiful sandy beaches, where I assure you'll end up taking many photos
Last summer I had the chance to try a new experience in one of the best artificial beaches of the island, Anfi del Mar. If you can afford to pay for renting the Jet Ski for half an hour, have to say it has a very economic price, it’s something you should try once in your life!
For me it was the first time trying it and I can say it’s been one of the best safe ways to release adrenaline. You can reach high speeds, feel the wind in your face, get wet, and a nice way to have fun during the day
This amazing place is located a very short time the port of Pasito Blanco in the south of Gran Canaria.
Make a small tour of the "Baja" and explore every corner, can be an activity full of surprises. You can find thousands of refugees in small dark caves in search of food or some tuna passing at high speed.
You can admire the deep blue of the seabed in the area, as it is one of the best places to dive due to water clarity and the great variety of marine species can be found there. Being surrounded by a large shoal of fish is very common and a feeling that has no words.
Mogan is like diving in a reef dive anywhere in the world. There you can find a great diversity of marine species, "Salemas, barracudas or Sepias".
The seabed of the islands are recognized as one of the best funds in the world due to its ideal location to practice this sport.
To live this great experience, in the south of the island of Gran Canaria, there are many sites offering their services for deep sea dive safely. Mogan, also the brightness of the water for divers during the day is usually perfect, since Europe is the area that receives more hours of sunshine annually.
Among the many emotions that reserves any dive, without a doubt one of the greatest is to visit all the ships that lay in the funds.
The mystery, and you put your hand on either chair of a sunken ship produces a chilling sensation of what it would be the end of its occupants, the year in which the event occurred and another untold number of unknowns.
This boat is located in Arguineguin and the creaking of chairs under the sea timber, the door sounds are sounds that seem shocking and confusing for divers, if not the despair of the monotonous ringing, that continue even when out of water.
In our dive to the ship was led by some experienced divers, but still worth seeing the image of fish swimming around you, fish as big as your body and that beautiful yet intriguing landscape that is in the Arguineguin seabed
The pilgrimage "Del Pino" is the ultimate party on the island of Gran Canaria, in honor of its patron saint, La Virgen del Pino. This holiday is characterized, in addition to its importance, the great pilgrimage of people coming from all parts of the islands, many of them come from the island of Gran Canaria walking from different villages to reach Teror, the venue of the celebration of parties.
Last year, I was lucky enough to have accommodation on the day of the pilgrimage in Teror, a friend offered me her home and very happy to accept your proposal as it would hold a luncheon with many friends. About 3 pm, and we began to hear music and sounds of "timples" through the streets of Teror, increasingly began to see an influx of pilgrims who came walking into town.
At about 5 pm, began the procession, where the various carriages of the peoples of the island, made their offerings to the virgin dances in front of the church of Teror, and under the watchful gaze of people who enjoyed the party live and millions enjoyed watching the party on television relaying the Canaries party for all the islands live.
At night, the procession finished, we went to the place where he had live music, and where you can dance with your friends while listening to actual songs and rhythm. And about 5 in the morning our body broke down and went to sleep.
Therefore, if during the month of September are in Gran Canaria holiday, do not forget to come to this party as never forget.
This place is situated in Gáldar City, 26 km from the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Galdar is a small city placed to feet of a volcano.
"El Frontón" is a place to surfers and adrenaline addict. "El Frontón" is only one, powerfull and demand courage and experience. The wave break up in two differents directions and these waves hit in the way what it provokes a tremendous snap and it makes possible Jumps, pipes and other filigranes.
"El Frontón" is the master test for the canarians surfers.
This is my first experience in these boats, I have traveled on several cruise ships and ferries, but never in a motorboat. The first impression he gives is that of being climbed on top of a table to catch waves, the boat moves a lot but as it reaches adequate velocity that feeling disappears and the sensation of feeling the sea breeze on your face.
I have to say that in the Canary Islands are one people with the sea culture rooted in the blood, is something that comes from birth, and we feel the sea as our own.
Among many other water sports are practiced in Gran Canaria, Water skiing or scuba diving, also practice with jet skis and boats. You're the ideal place to spend a holiday in a wonderful and sunny Canary Islands is the place you want.
The southern island of Gran Canaria from area to area Arguineguin - Agaete, throughout the west coast of the island, is an area that is characterized by high cliffs and rocky areas, but it is an area where you can admire some amazing landscapes and sunsets around the Teide (Tenerife) a witness in the background.
I recommend that if you are not experts or watercraft you do not have the title of skipper, who organicéis a tour of a professional.
The archipelago has a great diversity of species, hence it is a protected natural area. However, many poachers are displayed around the islands of the archipelago of Chinijo. And thanks to travelers who are in the area, they have often fled.
This photo was taken in “La Graciosa”, one of the islands of the Archipelago Chinijo, to the north of Lanzarote. In it we can see “Montaña Clara” It forms a part of the Nature reserve of the Archipelago Chinijo. As the rest of the islands Canaries, his origin is volcanic. His name owes to the clear tones that there takes his volcanic cone, which covers great surface of the island. This photo is amazing!
In addition, clear mountain is a perfect place for some experienced divers, as the great diversity of marine species are found there, the diver makes you feel in another world. Honestly, the words of my friends is a great place to take pictures underwater.
Me and my three friends have spent a great day of diving at the Tufia Beach (Telde - Gran Canaria). For those not familiar Tufia that the beach is a protected nature reserve, which has an archaeological site, several caves, and a great diversity of marine species.
The idea of going to Tufia to dive quickly emerged idea of a friend of mine, Andres, asked me to spend a day watching the seabed from the beach. As everything went very quickly, we went with the little material we had, sunglasses, tubes, fins, gloves and two video cameras water.
Once everything is ready, we headed for the car Tufia beach, where we decided to delve high tide and sea in the area of the rocks. Shortly thereafter, we were under water enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Without doubt, this small neighborhood has great fishing marine reserve and archeological discover.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a city that shares the capital of the Canary Islands to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
The origins founding of the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria dating back to 1478, specifically the June 24 date on which Juan Rejon, started the conquest of the island of Gran Canaria. It began at the mouth of the ravine Guiniguada, where he set the Real de Las Palmas, currently Vegueta. The city infrastructure has various historical periods. Canary Cathedral, located in the neighborhood sits right is a landmark building in the city. In addition, facing the cathedral we find the Plaza de Santa Ana, where there are statues of the dogs are so characteristic of the island.
On the other hand, we found very near the cathedral, the canary museum and Colón hause, whose visit the advise.
