What to expect in Canary Island
The Canary Island or the Gran Canaria which is known as the nickname of the miniature continent enjoys the mild climate the whole year round. It caters an average air temperature of about 21 degree Celsius or 70 degree Fahrenheit. In the year between 1478 and 1483 the island was conquered by the Spanish leader Pedro de Vera. Eventually in 1520s the island was fully take over. Recently today, the island offers various impressive attractions that allure millions of tourist all over the world.
What to expect in the island is the awesome maze narrow streets which is lined with some of the historic houses. You will be impressed with the wooden balconies and great patios in it; the charming old time squares like the Plaza de Santo Domingo as well as St Dominic church that dates back in the 18th century. Another outstanding remark to visit in the island is the Baroque church of San Francisco de Borja since the 1644. It was said to be previously belonged to the Augustine monks. Today, it is appointed as the law court. On the other hand, the end of the district are found the large market halls that sells various goods such like vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, local handicrafts and local cheeses.
The museum of the Canary Island is designated as one of the biggest attractions of the island. It was opened in 1879 and was refurbished in the mid of 1980s. Today it looks more contemporary compared to its previous façade. What you can see here are the collections of statuettes of gods, jewellery, pottery, tools of Guanches, skulls, mummies, skeletons and more. Since the collections here are diverse there are also displays that include some models of the historic houses as well as some paintings which were discovered in Cueva Pintada de Galdar. Visiting the island’s historic cathedral which began in 1479 is worth to visit. This would be your chance to know why this incredible cathedral took 400 years to finish. Canary Island therefore, could not be the perfect vacation destinations in Spain but it is one of the most alluring places to go if you are looking for tranquility and relaxation.