Already known in Antiquity to Phoenicians and Romans , Lanzarote was inhabited by people of Berber decent for at least two thousand years. These inhabitants, known as Majos , subsisted with pastoral practices, fishing and very limited agriculture.
In a geographically strategic position, and incorporated into the vast Spanish Empire of the time, the Canary Islands not only became a key location for the incessant cultural and commercial traffic with the new lands of America, but also increased its relationship with European countries such as Portugal, England and France. Lanzarote, meanwhile, was consolidated as a feudal society and a timid period of growth began, marked by turbulence caused by the fragile economy and frequent pirate attacks.
The modern history of Lanzarote experienced a momentous change in , when a period of violent volcanic eruptions started, which transformed the island and, although they at first provoked reactions of terror, soon became a source of prosperity. This method of cultivation allows for greater productivity and so they achieved an increase in exports.
However, the development of the island during these last centuries has been marked by a combination of positive economic cycles thanks to crops such as orcein and cochineal and critical periods of acute drought, famine and emigration. The traditional precarious nature of Lanzarote sees the start of a radical metamorphosis in the second half of the 20th century. This economic take off coincides with the profound political and social changes that the society of the Canary Islands and Spain had experienced in the last thirty years.
The artist led a series of aesthetic actions in unique natural enclaves, combining the power of architecture with respect for the environment. Maciot would then marry Princess Teguise of Lanzarote and found a town after her name. But conquering Lanzarote — as well as Fuerteventura , La Gomera and El Hierro — was, actually, no great feat, since the small native population on these islands had already been decimated by the diseases introduced by the Europeans during the years of slave trading.
So, to increase the local population, many slaves were taken from North Africa, and dromedaries were also brought to this island. At the beginning of the Spanish conquest, the islands of the archipelago experienced different histories. While the bigger islands of Gran Canaria and Tenerife still rendered fierce resistance — it took almost a century until they finally surrendered to the Spanish crown — the process of exploration and colonisation of Lanzarote was already going strong.
In , the Canary Islands became an autonomous region of Spain, which led to an annual celebration on May 30th. However, thanks to the famous artist, Cesar Manrique, much of the beauty and traditions have been preserved.
He and his partners designed magnificent architectural wonders intertwined with natural phenomena, which are still seen today. This includes the wondrous Green Caves Concert Hall. Folklore music is still profoundly important on the island. As one of the Canary Islands traditions, Lanzarote has small ukele-type instruments called the timple made and used here. The best time to hear these interesting traditional songs is during one of the festivals that are held on the island. South Carolina.
South America. World Wonders. Luxury Travel. One of the most impressive is the Timanfaya National Park , where you can observe 25 craters, or eat in one of the most original restaurants in the world, El Diablo, where the food is cooked using the natural heat of the earth.
The latter surprises visitors with its Charco Verde , an amazing verdant green lagoon connected to the ocean by underground cracks. The beauty of the unique beaches such as Famara and Papagayo are no less awe-inspiring. Beaches with white, golden or black volcanic sand, they all seem to invite tranquillity.
The originality of the island is also present in its gastronomy. Select from the list or hover over the map to find out about points of interest. Baskets, ceramics and embroidery are just a few of the most characteristic handmade products of Lanzarote. So you can make the most of what's on offer in the eight Canary Islands, we suggest a travel plan with the essentials of each one. As soon as they set foot on Lanzarote, travellers know they are somewhere special: its volcanic landscapes are unlike anything they have ever seen, there are no….
Nature, year-round sunshine, clear, warm waters This is Lanzarote and this is what awaits you on its less frequented beaches.
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