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The shadow of Teide is a very impressive view for visitors to Tenerife, but what are the best ways to enjoy it?

What was once a luxurious refuge for seals has become one of the most attractive places to visit in Fuerteventura. To get to the islet of Lobos, in the north of Fuerteventura, you simply need to take a 20-minute boat ride across from Corralejo. From the jetty, a 10-minute walk will take you to the Puertito de Lobos, a small collection of white fishing shacks with blue doors, and the only populated part of this virgin island.

If you want to discover rural Tenerife, as far away from the tourist resorts as you can get, a visit to the hamlet of Masca is a must. Situated in Teno, a part of Tenerife known for its unique, wild, natural beauty in the north-west of the island, Masca delights visitors with its beautifully maintained houses and its cobbled streets; perfect examples of Tenerife’s rural architecture. Many of the houses have been renovated as small hostels and hotels, where you can totally disconnect from the stress of the city and mellow out.

In the heart of the Garajonay National Park in the north of La Gomera you will find the pretty little village of El Cedro. Surrounded by a forest that is millions of years old, its isolation has allowed the village to keep its essence alive despite the passing of time. El Cedro is a true mountain hamlet, with low, traditional-style houses with their wooden doors and windows, which bring a special charm to this rural spot surrounded by lush nature.

Atthe Tokyo Olympic Games, Paralympic swimmer Miguel Luque had the honour of being the first to secure a medal for Spain, winning silver in the 50m breaststroke (SB3 class) after completing his training stageat the high-performance centre Tenerife Top Training. The Catalan swimmer, who ascended the podium during his sixth Paralympics having made his debut at Sydney 2000, has accumulated seven medals: two golds, three silvers and two bronzes.

The quality of these specialist swimming centres are the main reason why big names like Ian Thorpe, Adam Peaty orMireia Belmonte decide to perfect their technique in the Canary Islands.

Located in the east of La Gomera, the capital of the island is a peaceful town with a long history. San Sebastián is characterised by its many low Canarian-style houses as well as its more modern administrative buildings. The town’s main attractions are related to the voyages of Columbus in the years surrounding his discovery of the Americas. The Conde tower, built as a Spanish fortress in the 15th Century and the beautiful sacred art of the Asunción church have been magnificently maintained.

Teror, in north Gran Canaria, is one of the oldest towns in the Canary Islands. Founded after the appearance of the Virgin in 1481 and declared a pilgrimage town at the ends of the 15th Century, Teror boasts a considerable religious heritage including its church, convents and the original houses of local noble families. Real de la Plaza street has been the social and commercial heart of the town for 500 years

Hidden in the deep valleys of south Gran Canaria, Ayagaures hamlet with its discreet, traditional houses made from local stone, is surrounded by arid landscapes sheltering native plants. Life here still revolves around traditional activities such as goat herding and stone quarrying.

Located in the east of the island of La Palma, the capital Santa Cruz is a city with an illustrious past. Founded on May 3, 1493 by Alonso Fernández de Lugo, it was an important port on the route between Europe and the colonies in the Americas. The city reached its height in the 16th Century and became the third largest port in Europe after Antwerp and Seville. A site of both historic and artistic interest, its churches are home to a significant collection of Flemish religious art. A unique set of carved wooden balconies that overlook the sea are also worth visiting.