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__The Canary Islands__ ◊ The Canary Islands are a volcanic region of Spain, and they are located off the northwestern coast of Africa. ◊ The seven islands are divided into two provinces- Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. __ Climate __ ◊ The climate on the islands is warm and dry all year, making it’s beaches a popular spot for tourism. It is a great place to spend the winter months, and it is said to be “eternal springtime” on the islands. Food of the Canary Islands combines Spanish recipes with influences from Africa and Latin America. There are many specialties including Malvasia (wine from Lanzarote), Platanos Fritos (fried bananas), and Sancocho Canario (salted fish in a //Mojo// sauce). __ The Islands __ __ Gran Canaria __ Gran Canaria is the second largest of the Gran Canary islands. It is the place to visit for great beaches and entertainment. A must-see is the sand dunes of the Maspolomas, and you can walk over them or take a camel ride. There are many different climate types on this island, ranging from mountains, to deserts, to tropical forests.
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__ Fuerteventura __ Fuerteventura is the island with the longest history. This island is a more quiet, relaxing atmosphere with beautiful, sandy beaches. It is an ideal location for surfers and divers. Fuerteventura is separated from Africa by only a narrow channel.

__ Lanzarote __ This island is sculpted by volcanic activity, and there are many natural wonders on this island. Of all these sites, the best to visit is the Timanfaya National Park. En la Geria, you can see grapes growing in small pits of volcanic ash. Many of the inhabitants of this island harvest fruits and vegetables despite the volcanic land.

__ La Palma __ The island of La Palma includes the town Santa Cruz de La Palma, which features Spanish Colonial architecture. This town played an important role in the trade between Europe and America. At the center of this island is the national park, Caldera de Taburiente. At the edge of this national park is the island’s highest mountain, Roque de los Muchachos.

__ Gomera __ Gomera receives many tourists looking to visit the Garajony National Park, which has a dense laurel forest. The capital, San Sebastian, was one of the towns that Christopher Columbus stopped in on his journey to America. You can visit the port which he stopped at, or the church Iglesia de N.Sra de la Asunción. En la Gomera there are small bays in the island’s steep coast. __ Hierro __ Hierro is not a very populated island, and the landscape is rugged. It has a steep, rocky coast. The capital, Valverde, also showcases the typical architecture of the island. The many high spots on this island provide great opportunities for panoramic views.

__ Tenerife __ This island includes the volcano Teide, which is the highest peak in Spain at 3718 meters high. The volcanic crater is surrounded by the Teide National Park. There are many towns to visit on this island, including the capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, as well as Tacaronte and Icod de los Vinos.There are also many resorts and popular nightlife spots here.



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Las personas estan en la playa a las Fuerteventura. __ http://www.sunnyfuerteventura.com/images/newbeach-caleta-sunnyfuerteventura.jpg __ Una montaña en el parque nacional de Teide en Tenerife. http://www.isle-of-tenerife.com/bilder/blog/teide/teide-im-sommer.jpg

Santa Cruz de La Palma tiene Española arquitectura. http://star.arm.ac.uk/~rea/LaPalma/LaPalma2.jpg

Las dunas de la Maspolomas estå en Gran Canaria. http://cache.virtualtourist.com/2070531-Dunes_of_Mas_Palomas-Isla_de_Gran_Canaria.jpg

Un volcån en Lanzarote. [] __ Hi __

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