| 1. Las Palmas 0:00 2. Puerto de Las Nieves 2:51 3. Playa Amadores 4:36 4. Fataga 5:37 5. Aqualand 7:10 6. Playa del Ingles 7:46 7. Maspalomas 8:26 Gran Canaria is the second most populous island of Canary Island. Located in the Atlantic Ocean about 150 kilometers off the northwestern coast of Africa. Gran Canaria is located southeast of Tenerife and west of Fuerteventura. The island is of volcanic origin, mostly made of fissure vents. Gran Canaria is the perfect island on which to spend your holiday. A multi-faceted destination, you can enjoy many features you normally wouldn't find in such a small area. The capital city of Las Palmas, in the north, is the largest city in the Canary Islands and represents an interesting alternative for tourists who can sight-see, spend a day shopping or relax on its world famous beaches. The greatest natural attraction of Gran Canaria is the climate, which makes it an ideal all year round holiday destination. Gran Canaria is often referred to as a mini continent not only because of its being situated between 3 continents itself, Africa, Europe and the Americas, but also for its variations in weather, benefitting from the Gulf Stream and the nature of the landscapes around the island. The north is usually cooler than the sometimes fiery heat of the south. Inner regions, being mountainous, can be cloudier and colder with more rain. The Island of Gran Canaria is situated in the centre of the Canary Islands Archipelago between Tenerife and ... |
