Mirador Salinas de Janubio, Coastal observation deck near Playa de Janubio, Lanzarote, Spain.
Mirador Salinas de Janubio is an observation platform overlooking a working salt production facility on Lanzarote's coast. The site consists of shallow rectangular ponds spread across the terrain, with the Atlantic Ocean visible in the distance.
The salt facility was established in 1895 to supply salt for fish preservation across the Canary Islands. Production declined from the mid-20th century onward as alternative preservation methods replaced traditional techniques.
The salt ponds shape the visual identity of this coastal landscape and have done so for many generations. Visitors observe the working methods that continue to define how this place looks and functions today.
The viewpoint is accessible around the clock and offers clear sightlines over the salt production processes. The best time to visit is between sunrise and sunset when light conditions are ideal and bird activity is highest.
Flamingos gather in the salt ponds during winter months, creating a pink contrast against the white salt surface. This seasonal bird activity makes the viewpoint particularly popular with nature photographers.
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