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This art centre has an unassuming exterior but the interior is special with a balcony on the first floor with a panoramic view of the port of Puerto del Rosario. The gallery pays homage to the modernist painter from Fuerteventura who was a great exponent of surrealism and avant-garde poetry until his death in 1981. In addition to the modernist painter, there is work from contemporary artists from the Canary Islands and mainland Spain. There are different exhibition halls with permanent and temporary exhibitions. In the learning institute art workshops and conferences are organised.

It’s unusual for a cemetery to be surrounded by the ocean. This resting place for the dead has been integrated seamlessly into the sand and stones of the local area. In the doorway there are some memorial objects and a plaque counting the deceased. The beauty of the area makes it easy to see why the native inhabitants of Fuerteventura chose the beach as a cemetery. During the 19th century, the first inhabitants lifted corpses on to the backs of camels and transported them in a funeral procession for about 40km to arrive at the beach cemetery.

In an exquisite corner of the Canary Islands under the Roques de Hermigua, this eco-farm has 5,000 square metres of land in the impressive landscape of La Gomera. It provides a botanical route through banana trees, aloe, orchards, and exotic flowers. You can buy native crafts and gourmet products such as almogrote, jam, palm, and honey. Apart from this, in the sensational terrace-restaurant you can try typical Canarian recipes which go down well with local wines. A nearby spot worth a visit is the Maruca Gámez folkloric collection which includes a reconstructed gofio mill, one of the 16 powered by the Cedro stream.

In El Pueblo de la Villa de Mazo, in La Palma, there is a neoclassical mansion with red facades and white balustrades. In the 19th century the building belonged to Leopoldo Pérez Díaz. Over the years the site has belonged to different people. It’s been a hotel and taken on the name La Casa Roja (the Red House). Starting in 1994 the City Council has restored the building. On the ground floor you can experience the Corpus Christi Visitor Centre which offers interesting details about the festival of the eucharist. On the upper floor of the building—there is an embroidery museum that shows off a selection of embroideries, openwork, and filigrees.

If you go to the old casino in the town of Irona, it’s easier to understand why El Hierro was declared a Biosphere Reserve in 2000. The point of truistic interest is discovered via a staircase that rises to a second-floor. In this space there are four areas to discover informative panels that offer facts about the Biosphere Reserve declaration, the island ecosystem, the volcanic origins of the local area, the underwater eruptions that have been experienced, and the customs of local people who go about their work in the area nearby. There is also information on sustainable energy and organic farming.

The Tubo de Garachico is one of the deepest caves in the whole archipelago. A tunnel of more than 150m with skylights featuring volcanic tubes that can be accessed for sport diving.

Why would it be named anything else, when what characterises this 50-metre long cove in the Parque Rural de Frontera, in the southwest, is that it is the only one with white sand on the island of El Hierro. The sand is made from mollusc shells brought by the sea currents and eroded by the waves as they repeatedly crash against the volcanic rocks of the coast. Despite its open sea bay shape and some waves, it is not dangerous and is usually a quiet beach perfect for bathers, especially for those who wish to enjoy some privacy.

Recently remodeled, this beach is located in Radazul. It’s considered one of the best beaches in the municipality of Rosario. This reputation is partly thanks to its dimensions—it’s 280 metres long and 25 metres wide. The black sand is bordered by colourful vegetation. The entire landscape makes for an extremely pleasant view. The water in this area is very clean and clear and there are breakwaters which make swimming safer. For the reasons mentioned above, this is a popular spot for tourists staying in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It’s a fantastic spot to enjoy a refreshing dip and the sea breeze.

Radazul beach, also known as Litoral del Rosario beach, is known for having the best panoramic view of the lush Güímar Valley. Just 8 kilometres from Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and 16 kilometres from Tenerife North Airport, it’s a relatively quiet beach when compared with others in the surrounding area. For those looking for a quiet place to relax, this spot has transparent waters and is ideal for swims. Access is available either from the shore, or via some stairs located on the breakwater that protects the beach.

In San Marcos, a town belonging to the municipality of Icod de los Vinos, the black sand, stones and sea mist create a wonderful impression for visitors. San Marcos beach is 160 metres long. This spot has a family atmosphere and is popular during the summer months. You can understand why. It’s surrounded by greenery, with shops and restaurants to discover and apartments to stay in. The sheltered location of the beach, the pier and the cliff make it safe to swim despite the currents in the north coast of Tenerife.