Gran Canaria, Island destination in Canary Islands, Spain
Description
Gran Canaria is an island in the Canary Islands, Spain. The landscape ranges from mountains in the center to coastal areas with sand formations in the south and green valleys in the north.
History
The Spanish Crown took control in the late 15th century after defeating the indigenous Guanches. The island became a stopover for ships heading to the Americas and grew into a trading center.
Culture
In Las Palmas, the February carnival brings thousands of people together with parades, music, and dancing filling the streets. The celebrations last several weeks and transform entire neighborhoods into open stages full of Canarian rhythms and colors.
Practical
The airport terminal is located in the east and offers connections to Europe and Africa, making it easy for travelers from different countries to arrive. Roads inland can be winding, while buses and public transport connect the coastal towns.
Did you know?
The island is home to over 30 protected natural areas where many plant species grow that are found only in the Canaries. Some of these areas are small nature reserves tucked between villages or in ravines and are often overlooked.
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Gran Canaria offers a rich mix of places worth visiting, from golden sand dunes and sandy beaches to historic buildings and mountain views. This collection brings together the island's most important natural and cultural sites, showing you what makes Gran Canaria special. You will find volcanic...
Playa del Inglés
23.3 km
Playa de Las Canteras
25.4 km
Puerto de Mogán
23.2 km
Playa de Amadores
22.8 km
Cathedral Basilica of St. Ann
23.6 km
Roque Nublo
2.4 km
Maspalomas Dunes
24.2 km
El Faro
24.8 km
Pico de las Nieves
2.1 km
Bandama Caldera
15.9 km
El Dedo de Dios
19.1 km
Palmitos Park
13.9 km
Church of San Juan Bautista
19.1 km
Fiesta de Las Marías
20.4 km
Holiday World
22 km
Estadio Insular
24.6 km
Aqualand Maspalomas
20 km
Idolo de Tara
23.4 km
Pozo Izquierdo
22.3 km
Tamadaba Natural Park
15.5 km
Maspalomas Lighthouse
24.9 km
Risco Caido
11.6 km
Teatro Pérez Galdós
23.8 km
Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
23.7 km
Barranco de Guayadeque
13.4 km
Castillo de la Luz
26.8 km
Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pino
12 km
Roque Bentayga
6.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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