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Lanzarote – vacation for relax and quietness

Tuesday, May 10th, 2011
Lanzarote is the fourth largest of the Canary Islands located just off the coast of Africa. To me Lanzarote is the islands of the group that holds most attraction. Just as the other islands, it is of volcanic origin. But on Lanzarote there was important volcanic activity during the 18th and 19th century. The arid climate and almost complete lack of erosion has left the traces of the volcanic eruptions intact and the landscape of the island has a touch of a lunar landscape. Volcano During my last vacation I had the opportunity to visit the Atlantida Cave system which was formed due to volcanic activity aproximately 3,000 years ago. It consists of one of the largest volcanic tunnels in the world and an impressive cave. In former times the area was used by the inhabitants to shelter from the ...
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Landscape, beaches and art on Lanzarote

Saturday, March 1st, 2008
Lanzarote, the volcano island which is occupied with over 300 volcanic cones, got famous as a typical tourist destination. This beautiful little piece of earth has to offer a lot more than only tourist attractions, if you explore the isle you can get to know its charm.
Lanzarote offers a big choice of activities for everyone, like wonderful beaches for a relaxing holiday under the sun, the fascinating beauty of nature for who likes to explore the bizarre lava formations, rocks and landscapes and many historic buildings and museums. With 795 km ² Lanzarote is the fourth biggest Canary Island after Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura. Lanzarote is less green the the more western Canary islands because of its drought. The Isle of Lanzarote impresses the visitors with its contrast of rude rocks and cliffs and the deep blue colour of ...
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