Description Gran Canaria, Spain

Because of the large natural contrasts, this island is called "a continent in miniature". In the south of the island is dominated by low banks with sandy beaches, among which stands out El Ingles beach and a masterpiece of nature - the dunes Maspalomas. In the north - steep banks and rocks of volcanic origin, among which the bay with water azure color. The central part of the island surprises by its luxuriant vegetation - from scrub in the canyons to lush Canarian pine trees on the tops.

Island of Gran Canaria, the second largest island in the Canary archipelago, of volcanic origin and has a circular shape. For its size this is the third of the largest islands of the archipelago. The largest of the islands - the island of Tenerife, which has an area of 2,053 sq km Slightly less - the island of Fuerteventura - 2019 sq km And just between them, in the central part of the archipelago lies the island Gran Canaria with its 1532 sq km

The capital of the island - the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria - more than five centuries of history. It was here that Columbus did a great stop on his way to America. And now berths Las Palmas you can see the flags of all maritime powers.

The fact that this island is not for nothing called the "continent in miniature", make sure you make a fascinating tour of the island: not only beautiful beaches, but also all kinds of volcanic formations, the deepest ravines, with their magnificent panoramas, lush vegetation mnogotsvetovaya gamma.