Canary Islands Eyewitness Eyewitness | 9780241719015

Whether you want to relax on Fuerteventura's sandy beaches, hike along lush mountain trails on La Palma, explore the historic town of Las Palmas on Gran Canaria or ride a cable car to the top of Tenerife's Teide: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of the Canary Islands with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Canary Islands: - Over 20 colour maps help you navigate with ease - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of the Canary Islands, designed for every interest and budget - Illustrations depict sights such as the charming Casa de Colón, animal-filled Loro Parque, volcanic Parque Nacional de la Caldera de Taburiente and more - Colour photographs of the Canary Islands' colourful settlements, beautiful beaches, volcanic landscape, unique wildlife and more - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about these islands' volcanic origins, unique history and culture, flora and fauna, marine life, local crafts, traditional carnivals, delicious tapas, renowned rum, water and outdoor sports, and more - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover each island, including Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Tenerife, La Gomera, El Hierro, La Palma - Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop, and sightsee, plus useful phrases, and visa and health information