Sunday, January 20, 2008

Enjoying Gran Canaria

Canary Islands in the Atlantic off the northwestern coast of Africa comprise of seven islands belonging to Spain. The largest island among it is Tenerife, which is also one of the European paradise isles offering lush forests, volcanoes, and exotic flora and fauna. You can prove it yourself by spending some nights in Tenerife hotels.

The third largest island of Canary Islands is Gran Canaria. The island is visited by more than 2 million tourists annually, who can find their accommodation in Gran Canaria Hotels. The island has 32 natural protected areas, such as Doramas’s jungle and Nublo park.

The island has a wonderful beach namely Maspaloma, which is known throughout the world for its splendid sand sea. The beach is closed to a popular tourist destination with bars and restaurants called Playa del Ingles. That’s why tourists can also enjoy the place by staying in Playa Del Ingles hotels or in Playa de las Americas hotels.

While in the island, tourists can also go to the lighthouse at Maspalomas, picturesque village of Little Venice, Jardin Canario botanical garden, as well as try some underwater attractions like scuba diving.

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