Archive for April, 2008

Santa Lucia de Tirajana

Tuesday, April 1st, 2008
In the southern part of Gran Canaria you should visit Santa Lucia de Tirajana, it’s in the south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and in the north east of Puerto Rico. The small and pretty city, with it's 56.000 friendly inhabitants offers you different options to spend your time as interesting as possible. See the awesome landscape with the rocks and green fields, blotched with flowers. Get impressed by the magnificent Costa de Agaete! Visit the old castle of Santa Lucia de Tirajana and get in deep touch to Gran Canarian history! Charter a boat at Puerto de Mogan and enjoy the ocean or catch your own fish for dinner! Rent a bike and make a trip on your own or cruise leaded by one of the locals through the villages around. Iff you don’t like any action like this lay down at the beach and relax. Nearly ...
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The Dunes of Maspalomas, a wonderful nature reserve

Tuesday, April 1st, 2008
One of the most breathtaking areas to visit are the sand dunes of Maspalomas, which will truly make you feel one with the nature. Measuring over 400 hectares, the natural reserve is a popular attraction, which is never being overcrowded. The dunes are located near the popular town of Maspalomas on the south coast of Gran Canaria and can be reached easily from there. The region is noteworthy, as it boasts some unique plants and species of animals that are native to that area and show ties to Africa. The lagoon of Maspalomas, which is located in the middle of the dunes, is a major bird nesting center and popular for nature lovers and bird watchers. The contrast between the dry, yellow coloured dunes that touch the horizon and the blue ocean beyond is truly spectacular and the dunes offer some of the best and most unique hiking opportunities ...
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