Apart from the natural beauty that the island offers, a visitor on no account should neglect to visit the most important tourist attraction on th island:
The Nationalpark of Timanfaya is a volcanic field where visitors can appreciate a great variety of geological phenomena as well as a large biological mix of Some 180 different plant species. In lhis impressive habitat where human presence has been practically nil, the park serves as an authentic laboratory for biological research.
The Cèsar Manrique Foundation is the island’s cultural centre par excellence that has won international recognition not only because it houses some ofthe works of the world famous artist, but also because it exhibits Manrique’s private collection of some prestigious artists such as Picasso, Miró, Chillida, Klee… etc
The Museum of Contemporary Art is located in ihe Castle of San José, a fortress build between1776 and 1779 by King Carlos III. César Manrique, its honorary director, was aware of the importance of this building and wanted to preserve it as a lasting reminder ofthe past, but convert its interiors into a Museum of Modern Art Several of his paintings and some artworks from his own private collection were donated to this end.
Jameos del Agua. One of the most interesting galleries of connecting caves and underground grottoes in the world lies to the north of Lanzarote, at the foot of the volcano Monte de la Corona which erupted around 3,000 ysars ago.
“Jameos” means bubbles of lava. Ajameo is formed when a tunnel ceiling collapses, most often occurring when its width exceeds twenty meters, or when gases accumulate and explode.
Only a jameo reveals the presence of volcanic passages and allows their routes to be traced.
El Golfo -the Gulf- is the name of the volcanic crater (today reduced to half of its original size) filled by underground sea water creating a green lagoon. The stunning contrast of black beach and deep green colouring caused by the algae which inhabit its waters, forms a unique and spectacular sight.
Mirador del Rio. This lookout point is located in the north end of the island on top of a cliff, 479 meters above sea level. The view of the island of La Graciosa and over the islet Montaña Clara is simply breathtaking.