Alternatively, escape the crowds on the coast and explore the magnificent hinterland. The Caldera Bandama is a wonderful 569m high crater, and the incredible view attracts thousands every year. Pico de las Nieves (Snows Peak - 1950m), is also remarkable, or you can simply enjoy the peacefulness of the many small villages you might chance upon while meandering across the hilly, often barren interior, especially Arucas, Galdar and Artenara. The lifeless dunes of Maspolamas give you a true taste of the desert.

Attractions also worth seeing are the reptile and crocodile parks, botanical gardes and Mundo Aborigen - themed on the original inhabitants of the island. For family fun, head to the Aquasur waterpark or Sioux city theme park.

This cosmopolitan island has enriched itself with the visiting cultures to this ancient Maritime crossroad. It has several museums from which the highlights are the recent Museo de La Ciencia y la Tecnologia (Science and Technology Museum) and the Casa de Colón (Christopher Columbus House), as well as the Centro Atlântico de Arte Moderno (Atlantic Centre of Modern Art).

The island also boast frequent internationally renowned festivals, such as the Festival de Música de Canarias (Canaries Music Festival) or the Festival de Ópera (Opera Festival). Other events as the Womad or Atlántica also take place annually.

With so much diversity to offer, a well-developed tourist network and plenty of sunshine it's no wonder the Canaries are so popular.

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