The Canary Islands are often referred to as the happy islands. They are a group of islands that have the best climate all year round. The temperatures are mild and constant while the beaches are of sand that is truly fine. The Canary Islands consist of the islets Lobos, Roque del Este, Montana Clara, Graciosa and Alegranza. There are seven bigger islands which are El Hierro, La Gomera, La Palma, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and Gran Canaria. All these islands are perfect holiday destinations for anyone who wants to take a break from the normal routine. It is important to note that the landscapes at all the islands differ to a great extent.

The Canary Islands have a volcanic origin and there are many legends told about the area. The Guanches were the original inhabitants and are white and tall people. The islands became Spain’s territory in 1496.

The thing that makes the Canary Islands such a perfect destination is the climate that the area enjoys. The area seems to be in the springtime throughout the year because there is a very slight temperature change in between the seasons. The difference is usually six degrees. This is to say that any day of the year is perfect for bathing.

The islands are located quite near the African coast and only away from tropic of cancer by 4o; the climate experienced at the island can be termed as sub-tropical. The landscape will truly surprise you as there are some snow capped mountains at close proximity with the beaches. In summer, the water is at 22oC while in the winter time they drop to 19oC.

In Gran Canaria, Tenerife and La Palma, experience tropical rains while Lanzarote and Fuerteventura guarantee sunshine as they are very dry thus you can expect minimal or no interruptions.

The locals are known to be warm thus making the Canary Islands the best choice for a holiday destination any time. It is therefore no wonder that the area swarms with numerous visitors every year.

The islands are located within the Atlantic ocean that is in Spain’s south west. They lie right in front of morocco’s coast. This makes the islands all the more interesting because one can easily navigate between America, Asia and Europe.

The cuisine in the islands is also quite amazing and so you will not have to worry about nourishment while on the islands. There are some Spanish dishes that are traditional combined with Latin American and African dishes. There are many recipes and it is never hard to get good and fresh vegetables, fruits and fish.

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