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City of Lanzarote
Lanzarote is one of the spanish Canary islands, very close to the African coast and a neighbour to the Sahara desert. It is the fourth largest of the Canary islands and has a pleasant climate throughout the year making it the perfect holiday destination.
As with the other Canary islands, Lanzarote also has its origins in volcanic activity. Due to recent eruptions, parts of Lanzarote look like they are from another planet, and are called lunar or martian.
Lanzarote has the longest volcanic tunnel in the world, the Atlantida Tunnel which is above 7km long and include the islands major attractions the La Cueva de los Verdes and the Jameos del Agua. Despite eruptions in the 18th and 19th centuries Lanzarote has spectacular white and golden sandy beaches. Local authority regulations have made it impossible for people to construct skyscrapers or any high rise buildings and no billboards are allowed, except the Grand Hotel in Arrecife.
There is a huge variety of food available on the island, ranging from International to Chinese, and from English to Italian and Japanese as well. Traditional Canarian food is also available. Fish being a predominant and traditional food, is available in many varieties. Local dishes include Pescado a la sal which is fish baked in salt, and Sancocho Canario which is a stew made of dried fish and potatoes can be found in restaurants, along with Calamari, Octopus, Fresh Tuna Steak and other Spanish seafoods. Local wines should also be tried as there is a museum that exhibits historic wine making devies and modern equipement, and it is situated right next to a working vineyard.
Lanzarote has many authentic museums and galleries. These museums showcase its rich past and some commemorate the country’s history and culture. Apart from history, museums take you on a tour underwater where they provide insight into the Atlantic Ocean or else provide general information about emigrants. If you want to avoid the crowd in the buses go for cheap car hire Lanzarote, to maximise comfort while travelling. Also make sure you opt forLanzarote car rental so that you can enjoy your vacations to the fullest without worrying to meet time schedules.