 |
The First Look
Volcanic Crater From Distance at Timanfaya .
|
When I first landed in UK , I was like that new kid on the block , super excited about everything visual .
Every scene, road, colonial kind hut houses, country side,
lush green woods, stone paths looked picture perfect.
I used to take out my camera at every scenic siting. It took
some months for landscape beauty to sink in and look part of “normal”.
And hence, when planning a vacation , the said experience triggered one to explore
a different side of Spain, which otherwise is popular for its bull fights, architectural
marvel, medieval castles & Madrid-Barcelona.
PS0: All above is build-up, the real reason -> This was
the only place in Europe to have higher temperatures (>20) in March ;) . Like other Brits we
too were dying for Sun, you see.
PS1: I told you, one is incapable of writing kuchi koo , mushy travel posts.
PS2: Growing older makes you blunt nai ?
PS3: But one did research a lot to zero –in on this Canary island and choose it over Barcelona and other cute looking Spanish contenders.
Mind It!!
Now, I leave the readers to breathe taking mars -like views ahead.
With travel fact file in the end (yes one wants you to go
through to the whole post for that)
PS4: Btw, loved Spanish people!!they are vibrant, exuberant
and extremely friendly lot.
 |
| Mars Like Lanscape Of 18th Century Volcanic Erruption Remains At Timanfaya |
 |
| Up And Close With Crater Timanfaya National Park |
 |
| Island Hoping. Lobos Island ,On The Way To Fuerteventura |
The Meta Data:
Where?
Lanzarote, Canary Islands , Spain.
Why?
While each island of the canary group offers a unique experience,
This was chosen for it having volcanic craters and its
proximity to Fuerteventura, neighboring island offering white sand - turquoise
blue beaches.
When?
If you reside in
northern part of the globe, this is best budget place to escape shivery winter months.
Spring, Autumn – best
time, also avoids crowd.
Summer – hot but not
too hot.
Winters – Peak season.
Things To Do?
- Timanfaya National park for up and close look at volcanic craters.
- Black and secluded Beach: Papagayo
- Island hoping – Ferry trip to nearby island Fuerteventura & Lobos for white beaches and turquoise blue water.
- For adrenaline junkies – Scuba diving, Snorkeling, Para gliding, Surfing.
- And for usual tourist stuff – island tour, resort offerings and street shopping.
 |
| At Adjoining Island . Fuerteventura |
 |
| Sandune Beaches Corralejo |
 |
| While Driving Along the Island. |
