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This is the capital of the island. It
should be noted that Valverde sits at an altitude of 600 metres
and of all the Canary capitals it's the only one away from
the coast. Among its charms are the style of its houses and
its lack of traffic lights.
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MOCANAL:
Found in the north of the island, surrounded
by pastures and farms; on the coastal side, two natural swimming
pools (Pozo de las Calcosas) with an indigenous village nearby.
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Located in the north, 2km from El Mocanal,
it owes its name to an ancient Bimbache princess who betrayed
her village for the love of a Spanish soldier. Of interest
are the old wine presses and the typical cube shaped houses
as well as the famous Mirador de La Peña. |
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Located some 10km from Valverde on a
plateau that enjoys a continental climate. Since the inhabitants
mainly raise livestock, it's no surprise to see goats, sheep
and cows calmly grazing.
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A small village situated in the northeast,
dotted with pretty whitewashed houses, gardens and grapevines.
Just at the end of the village, the Mirador de Isora overlooks
Las Playas, the Roque de Bonanza and the Parador Nacional.
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Found close to the airport, this typical
fishing village is in reality a summer spot for many islanders.
As well, it's an ideal place to bathe given its small natural
port that's like a big swimming pool with clear smooth water
open to the sea. |
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Seated on the hillside close to Valverde,
this is the smallest village on the island where people work
in farming and livestock. It maintains the traditional Herreño
style houses (stone walls and tiled roofs) and is a perfect
place to just lose yourself. |
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Also close to Valverde, this little village
offers a beautiful landscape of grapevines since it lies in
the island's most important wine growing district. Located
nearby is the Charco Manso, a fantastic bathing place with
arches of lava and several water spouts. |
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On the eastern side of the island, made
up of the villages of Taibique and Las Casas. You can find
basket and cloth weavers and several woodworking shops. You
can also enjoy a great view of the village from the Mirador
de Tanajara.
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A pretty coastal village close to Los
Cangrejos airport. Inviting pools dot its jagged coastline
and prove irresistible for a refreshing dip. |
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Close to Puerto de La Estaca (Estaca
Port), it has one of the few sandy beaches on the island.
Lots of surfers have discovered its joys. |
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Among the locals, El Golfo is also known
as Frontera. This picturesque valley is located on the north
of the island; its beautiful mountains and lovely swimming
spots such as La Maceta, El Charco, Los Sargos, El Charco
Azul, El Verodal beach, make it the ideal area for trekking,
diving, paragliding etc.. In the Gulf valley are nestled the
villages of Tigaday, Sabinosa, Las Puntas, Los Mocanes, Guinea
y Los Llanillos. |
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The western most spot of the island,
located in the Gulf valley. This picturesque village is situated
at the foot of the cliff and is surrounded by gullies. From
Sabinosa visitors can head off to Los Reyes hermitage. |
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This small southern fishing village has
a sandy beach and lots of restaurants to sample the fresh
catch of the day. Whatever is being hauled from the sea can
as well be purchased fresh at the fishing wharf. The Reserva
Marina de Las Calmas is also located here. |
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