Sustainable Tourism in Spain

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN SPAIN

LANZAROTE (CANARY ISLANDS)

Geopark and it is a member of Spain's Ecotourism Club. The volcanic origin of the archipelago becomes evident when you visit the Timanfaya National Park . From the nat ural lookout point of Montaña Rajada the surrounding landscape is a blur of fire, ash and rock. The pure beauty of this red and jet black soil has remained unspoiled by human activity. In the Nature Reserve of the Pool of Los Clicos there is an extraordinary green lake over a volcanic crater.

The island of volcanoes is a unique moonscape. It's covered with craters, ra vines and valleys of solidified lava. Over time a spectacular natural environment has been created which has been de clared a Biosphere Reserve. The natural treasures and tranquillity will make you feel like you're on another planet. Lanzarote was the fi rst destination in the world to be declared a Biosphere Responsible Tourism Destination . The unique geological heritage of this island led to its recognition by the UNESCO as the Lanzarote and Chinijo Islands

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