During the years we lived in Spain we made a point of exploring areas outside of the Madrid region. This included most of the coast from Cadiz in the south up to Barcelona and then along the French border and along the northern coastline to Portugal. We also flew out to Lanzarote for two weeks in 2000 and explored this windswept volcanic island.
One of the spectacular viewpoints in the north of the island is Mirador de Guinate which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and the Chinijo Archipelago. Below the Volcan de la Corona there is rich and fertile soil created over thousands of years by ash from the eruptions.
Here are a few more photos from that trip.
The atrium of our hotel.
One of the caves open to tourists.
We went out of season in September which was quieter but weather is also more variable.. great place to visit though with plenty to do and see for all the family.
I hope you have enjoyed this brief tour… thanks for joining me… Sally.
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Oh wow, the photos are stunning Sal. Love the guard story in haiku. Spain is on my bucket list, I’m going to have to drag you there with me. ❤
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Lol… if things settle down over there Debby you won’t have to drag me..hugs ♥
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Right behind you! ❤
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The Haiku meets the mysterious place in a fantastic manner. Think i should visit Lanzarote too, before we get the breaking out of the vulcans, as next surprise after C19. Michael
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It is very strange to see the black sand beaches but you can imagine it being prehistoric.. great place… and I hope that the vulcanos will be dormant for a few more years..xx
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At least these are beaches. Here the think the grass beside a carp pond can be called beach too. Lol
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You make the most of what you can Michael.. but watch out for those carp…..lol. xx
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Thank you Sally! Never ever someone will bring me to swim in this pond. As our major said by himself, this pond is groundless. Lol As groundless as some political decision forcing tourism in our rual rurality. I call us here the Banlieus of Praha. 😉
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You never know what people will be attracted to now it is more difficult for them to go abroad.. the UK countryside has been inundated with staycationers…xxx
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;-.)
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Beautiful, Sally. Makes me want to travel, lol
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One day Jacqui…it will still be there I am sure..hugsx
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That looks like such a fascinating area, Sally. And a wonderful haiku to describe the cliffs and shore. 🙂
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A lovely island Diana and tends not to be as busy as the mainland resorts. and lovely cool evening breezes.. some spectacular breezes..xx
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I’d love to go to Spain someday… when it’s safe to travel again.
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If you do Diana and decide to tour then I can recommend the Spanish government Paradores many of which are historic castles and other buildings that have been turned into reasonably priced luxury accommodation…from medieval castles to coastal fortresses…https://www.paradores-spain.com/
xx
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That sounds wonderful! Now, I have to get there. 🙂 Thanks for the link.
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Super Haiku, Sally, and great photos. Thanks.
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Thank you John.. appreciated..hugsx
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Thank you for sharing your lovely photos, memories and the terrific haiku.
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Thank you Annette..have a lovely week. ♥
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Yes, I did enjoy this brief tour. Thank you for taking us along!
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Thanks Liz.. glad you enjoyed..hugsx
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You’re welcome, Sally.
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Beautiful, Sally – I’d never heard of Lanzarote. Toni x
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Thanks Toni.. a wonderful Island if you don’t mind a bit of wind lol..xx
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Loved the haiku, Sally.
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Thank you Elizabeth..x
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Hi Sally I have visited most of those places you mentioned the exception being Cadiz, we never quite got there 💜
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Wonderful Willow and if you get the chance to go in the future well worth the visit…hugsx♥
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I will when I have had my op got rid of the drain and it is safe to travel 💜
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Hopefully not too long Willow…I am sure you are looking forward to that..♥♥
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Oh! I really am as for the last four days I am feeling worse
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Sorry to hear that…wishing you well.. xx♥
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