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Tías is a small coastal village in Lanzarote which attracts many tourists throughout the year with its charm and location. The white houses perched on the hillside really catch your eye as soon as you arrive. All of this is dominated by the volcanic Montaña Blanca and the Atlantic Ocean, forming a combination that is very typical of the Canary Islands. In terms of architecture, the church of Nuestra Señora de La Candelaria, declared a Place of Cultural Interest in 1999, was built in the 18th century to replace the previous church, which was buried by lava.

From this viewpoint you can get the best views of Vallehermoso and its hillsides. It’s the biggest basin in La Gomera. At the bottom, you will find the village of Vallehermoso, lined with its terraced farms. The village looks just like a painting, with the Roque Cano looming over it. It’s such a calming place.

Formerly known as Ajei (small village), San Bartolomé is one of the smallest municipalities of Lanzarote and one of the most unique, as it embodies the two faces of Lanzarote. To the north, there are fields of crops, while to the south you can see the volcanic origins of the Canary Islands. The village has several monuments that are worth a visit: the Casa Palacio del Mayor Guerra, declared a historical artistic monument, or the Casa Ajei, a beautiful example of the popular rural architecture of the time.

Mozaga is split over Teguise and San Bartolomé, in the La Geria region, which is known for its wine. It’s a great place to learn about Lanzarote wine tasting as there are plenty of wineries that offer guided tours where you can enjoy the views with a glass of wine in hand.

At last you’re in Maspalomas, the LGBTQ hub of the Canary Islands, gathering point of Europe’s gay community and centre of the action.

In a destination favoured by professional cyclists, the week-long training camp allows for athletes to train at more than 2000 metres above sea level even in winter.

Some time around 2000, the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria was brave enough to hold the first Drag Queen Contest in the Islands, choosing the best possible context: the city’s Carnival. Drag queens arrived in the Canaries, and they came to stay!

But… You might not know that Canary Islands creators don’t just design clothes: they also craft swimwear, hats, jewellery, shoes and all kinds of accessories. And many of our designers are LGBTI, bringing a special sensitivity to the world of fashion. Although many are already well known for their work, today we’re highlighting some of our creators for their originality. You’ve probably heard of some of them before!

The origins of the myth of Gara and Jonay probably lie in the perpetuation, through oral tradition, of the rules of the aboriginal society.