About Lanzarote

Lanzarote, an island of wonders

One of the newest landscapes on Eearth, that’s Lanzarote. The 4th largest of the Canary Islands was reborn between 1730 and 1736, when volcanic eruptions covered the island with lava, leaving a legacy of strange colours and shapes sculpted by nature.

Sands Beach Resort is half way up the east coast in Costa Teguise, and well placed for exploring on an island that at 836 square kilometres, is very accessible. Whereever you go in Lanzarote, its turbulent past is on show in the dark rich soil and huge expanses of sandy beaches and rocky coves.

Modern style, proud traditions.

The sea has played a big part in the economy of the Lanzarote, first through a thriving fishing industry and more lately in the form of pleasure cruising and sporting yachts and boats. At key points around the coast, you can still see the forts and strongholds built to repel pirates. Lanzarote's capital, Arrecife, has a large fort jutting out into the sea, now sitting at ease alongside a bright new marina.

Lanzarote is adapting quickly to the modern world but at the same time, the island is proud of its past traditions and protective of its environment. The architect César Manrique is referred to as the father of the island, and his artistic influence is seen all over the Lanzarote in the form of wind sculptures and  other monuments, but his main legacies are Jameos del Aqua, the Cactus Garden and the César Manrique Foundation, all matching his love of art with nature's volcanic legacy.

Out of this world

Timanfaya national park dominates the west side of Lanzarote, and is a unique attraction to the island with a lunar landscape that leaves a big impression on all who experience it. Here you will see stark reminders that nature’s power is still at work just below the surface - the ground is still warm from the fire beneath.

Lanzarote is an island of contrasts, quaint villages inland and bright modern resorts around the coast, traditional markets where haggling is still favoured and designer shops in new commercial centres.

There’s no doubt, though, that most visitors, come here for the warm temperatures and clear sunny skies, and Lanzarote has proven to be the most consistent of the 7 Canary Islands for good weather. The island has grown steadily but sensitively, there are strict height and colour restrictions on buildings so development is not allowed to spoil the horizons, and the way of life is tranquil and pleasantly welcoming.