Gran Canaria Tourist Guide

The wealth of natural surroundings in Gran Canaria was rewarded in 2005 with 46% of its land surface area and sea being declared a Biosphere Reserve. With this award came recognition by Unesco of the fine state of preservation of protected areas on the island, its sustainable development linked to traditional activities in smaller towns and villages, and the uniqueness of its local flora and fauna. All these factors, which have produced a varied landscape of stunning beauty, have turned Gran Canaria into a natural setting for rambling, playing adventure sports and discovering endemic species that are unknown in other places around the world. The fauna that inhabits the island is completely harmless. The lizards, the wide range of bird species including the blue chaffinch, marine mammals and fish can be marvelled at all year round, while visitors can breathe in the fresh aromas of laurel tree forests and stoll around the palm trees, cardoon plants or towering pine trees at the foot of the mountains. The range of accommodation includes rural cottages and hotels spread around the whole of the island. All the biodiversity that Gran Canaria boasts can also be seen from its network of viewpoints, with 31 amazing balconies that provide the finest panoramic views.

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GRAN CANARIA NATURAL ASSOCIATION Gran Canaria Natural

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