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Much larger than it looks from the start of the access walk, this large and pretty double pool located in the Arucas municipality of North Gran Canaria guarantees calm bathing by the Atlantic Ocean. From above it is shaped like a person carved into the rock by the gods.

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Situated in the north east of El Hierro, the town of Valverde is the social, administrative and religious centre of the island and was founded at the end of the 15th Century, during the initial stages of the conquest of the Canaries. Before gaining political independence in the 19th Century, it belonged to the Counts of La Gomera. Much of the town’s original Canarian architecture was unfortunately severely damaged during a terrible fire in 1899.

This hamlet in the central highlands of Gran Canaria is named after the abundance of canes that grows in the area and was once famous for the cane roofs and huts made by it’s weavers.Today they focus on baskets and brushes. A small hamlet but one full of charm and surrounded by impressive mountain landscapes: Its whitewashed and tiled houses seem to cling to the mountainside.

Tejeda, is the central highlands of Gran Canaria, is an almond town; its famous, traditional desserts all contain this healthy nut. In the shade of Roque Nublo and surrounded by valleys, the town is tranquil and charming and the perfect place for a rural retreat far from bustle and stress. Let the beauty of the mountains and the natural beauty of the area soothe your troubles away.

If you are looking for a driving tour with heritage, religious and natural gems in Gran Canaria, this is one of the best. Departing from the modern and cosmopolitan city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, full of charming corners, we pass through the picturesque village of Santa Brígida, where we find the natural monument of the Caldera de Bandama, and arrive at Tejeda, in the summits of the island, to ascend to the roof of Gran Canaria: the Pico de las Nieves. The route ends in the second city of the island, Telde, where we find a rich heritage.

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This car excursion proves that Fuerteventura is not just sun and beach. From one of the most deeply rooted localities in the south for residents to a town whose name summarizes the values of this route (Antigua), those who opt for this itinerary will get to know the rich architecture of the interior, the museums and corners serving as an oasis in this markedly austere landscape. The towns in the center were key in past centuries as a shelter for the many pirates who ravaged the coast, legends and stories that increase its attractiveness.

El Hierro surprises you with its microclimates, conservation and attachment to traditions. In half a day this route through the north of El Hierro proves that it’s an ideal island of rest. After leaving Valverde, the main shopping area, the first stop is at the viewpoint of Jinama, with views of the valley of El Golfo, which demand that you take out your camera. Soon, the vehicle enters the laurel forest and descends to the town of La Frontera.

Is it possible to go, on the same car trip, from the radiant sun and the blue Atlantic to breathtaking ravines, paradisiacal palm groves, charming villages with a rich heritage, as well as a Tertiary forest, and again the ocean as the perfect icing on the cake? If you have any doubts, all you have to do is climb into your vehicle and get to know the south and center of La Gomera. From Playa de Santiago to Valle Gran Rey, the melting pot of colors, sensations and contrasts is priceless if you truly appreciate nature.