The archipelago under the Kingdom of Spain, in the Atlantic Ocean, off the north-western coast of Africa is known as Canary Islands or Canaries. Forming an autonomous community of Spain, the Canary Islands are located near Morocco, Cape Verde, and the Portuguese archipelagos of the Azores Islands and Madeira Islands.

The Canary Islands are mainly comprised of seven major islands including El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Gomera, La Palma, Lanzarote, and Tenerife. These islands are the major tourist attractions of the Canaries. The Canaries also include minor islands of La Graciosa and Lobos.

The Canary Islands have been part of Spain since 1479. The Canary Islands constitute two provinces of Spain – Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. Santa Cruz de Tenerife includes Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. Las Palmas includes Gran Canaria (Grand Canary), Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura.

Geographically, having volcanic origin, the Canaries are rugged and mountainous. Pico del Teide or Mt. Teide (Tenerife), 3718 metres above sea level, is the highest point on the Canary Islands and Spain as well. The Islands are famous for that arresting aureate beaches, spectacular lunar reminiscent volcanic landscapes, sunshiny climate, serene scenic beauty, and mesmeric ocean views.

The Canary Islands are one of the most coveted European tourist destinations. The islands are very popular for beach vacations. The major islands of the Canaries have well-developed communication systems, airports, and ports.

The Canary Islands are ideal destination for lovers of nature- eco-tourists. The islands are wonderful exoticas full of the beauties of nature. The World Tourism Organization in 1987 adjudged Lanzarote as six universal models of sustainable development, and UNESCO declared Lanzarote as a Reserve of the Biosphere in 1993. The islands have numerous fine hotels, bars & clubs. Lanzarote is famous for extremely vibrant nightlife. Tenerife is another beautiful destination of Canaries. Tenerife is famous for its sunny climate, beauties, beaches & bikinis, exotic sceneries, and vibrant nightlife. It’s very popular among British and German tourists, and particularly among the Spanish tourists, especially during Easter time.

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