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History

The Kestrel: Master of Lanzarote’s winds

History, Magazine

The kestrel is the commonest falcon on Lanzarote, often seen hovering by roadsides or heard on rural hillsides.

Goatest of all time

History, Magazine

Lanzarote’s goats are, literally, the GOATS of the islands, an animal that has defined life, language and landscape for thousands of years.

Exploring the history of Lanzarote’s Sea Salt

Food, History, Magazine

Sea salt is a local product here on Lanzarote, made and packaged on the island, where sea water, sunshine and wind power are plentiful. Here's the history of Lanzarote's sea salt, from ancient salinas to gourmet flor de sal.

The fascinating history of Famara’s landscape

History, Magazine

Famara is perhaps the most inspiring landscape on Lanzarote, an eternal source of inspiration for artists and dreamers.

Uncovering the mystery behind Costa Teguise’s strange sculpture

History, Magazine

Playa de las Cucharas is Costa Teguise’s largest beach, a 650-metre stretch of toasted, golden sand sheltered by a large bay and is guarded by a strange, unmissable sculpture that can be seen by everyone in the area.

The Hoopoe: One of Lanzarote’s most distinctive birds

History, Magazine

The hoopoe is one of the most distinctive and unforgettable birds on Lanzarote – once seen, never forgotten.

Latest News

LIDL Playa Blanca opens next week20/11/2024 - 11:28 am
Playa Blanca’s new LIDL supermarket will open its doors next Friday (November 29th) at 8:30am and the locals are very excited.
Garden shopping at Flower Power20/11/2024 - 10:25 am
Looking to give your garden a much-needed overhaul? Look no further than the Flower Power garden centre, with one of the largest collections of plants, flowers, trees and cacti on Lanzarote.
Several rubbish bags burned in San Bartolomé20/11/2024 - 10:14 am
Fire fighters were called to San Bartolomé in the early hours, after reports of another fire.
Report favours holiday rentals20/11/2024 - 9:51 am
The Las Palmas College of Economists has once again come out in favour of holiday rentals, claiming that tourists who rent holiday accommodation are far more likely to spend money at their destination than hotel guests.
Bus service to this weekends Food Fair in Teguise20/11/2024 - 9:50 am
An hourly bus service will connect Arrecife with the Saborea Lanzarote Food Fair at Teguise this weekend.
Man arrested for setting fire to ex’s car in Arrecife19/11/2024 - 12:19 pm
The National Police have arrested a man as the alleged perpetrator of a recent car fire in Arrecife.
Parque de Maneje to be transformed19/11/2024 - 11:34 am
Arrecife Mayor, Yonathan de León, has announced that the Parque de Maneje will have large green spaces, new sports courts, a children’s play area, skate park, cafeteria and picnic area, among other new facilities.