Statue of Heraclio Niz in Arrecife
This island is full of sculptures and statues so its no surprise that another has just been inaugurated, this time in the capital of Arrecife. The sculpture, by Rigoberto Camacho, has been made with materials resistant to climate changes. It measures 2.30 meters and...
World Press Exhibition in Lanzarote
The most important exhibition of photojournalism in the world reaches Arrecife in its nineteenth edition. This photo exhibition brings together the winners at the largest annual press photography contest on the planet. The winner of this edition is a Turkish...
El Grifo Wines win Gold medal
Just a few days ago Bodegas El Grifo won a gold medal for one of its finest wines The Pink Griffin in the contest 'Mondial de Vins Extrems held in Italy. This Lanzarote winery competed 740 wines from 15 countries, the most bodegas to compete in the history of the...
Elton John in the Canary Islands
Its not often that a well known artist includes the Canary Islands within their tour Everything was prepared for the Elton John concert that attracted over 8500 people in the Gran Canaria Arena The musician arrived at the airport in his private jet travelling from his...
Noche Blanca in the Village of Teguise
Next Friday on 28th July, the seventh edition of 'Noche Blanca' (White Night) arrives in the streets and squares of the historic town of Teguise.The event expects to surpass the 8,000 visitors who attended the last event The event that takes place from 5 in the...
Manrique Sculptures for Repair
The sculpture in Montaña Blanca, from one of César Manrique's Wind Toy collection, has been returned to its original place after being dismantled and completely refurbished. This sculpture has previously been repaired between the end of 2005 and good part of 2006,...
Haria Extreme Lanzarote
It is one of the most anticipated events of the year when it comes to mountain racing. The landscape of Haría Extreme Lanzarote is intoxicating, and there is no corridor that will resist the beauty of this volcanic island. The event is still four months away with the...
Water Mill in Famara
The Council of Lanzarote have agreed to allocate 100,000 euros for the restoration of an old mill in Caleta de Famara on the west coast,. The mill is of great historical value and was in its day dedicated to the extraction of water. Currently is in need of repair and...
Salchipapas
If you feel like spoiling yourself with carbs and are looking for a Burger King or McDonalds, why don't you try something different and do it in a Latin American style. Street food is becomming increasingly popular on the island. salchipapas is a fast food dish...
Tradewinds
As Lanzarote is futher south and closer to the equator than mainland Spain, its curious how the island does not suffer from the extreme heat which is experienced in the penisular during the summer months. The tempreture here is more or less steady all year round. One...