Volcanic Crater: El Golfo is a volcanic crater filled by sea water. The deep green colour is caused by algae in the water. Amongst the many stunning Volcanic features of Lanzarote is the longest Volcanic Tunnel in the world, the Atlantida Tunnel, which is over 7 km long and includes the La Cueva de los Verdes and Jameos del Agua.

Los Hervideros: A series of caves and blow holes located in a Lava Flow.

The Cactus Garden: Created by local artist, the late Cesar Manrique, and features an impressive collection of Cacti and sculptures and a restored Windmill.

History: The Castillo de San Gabriel is a 16th Century fortress overlooking Arrecife Harbour.

Views: Mirador Del Rio boasts spectacular views of La Graciosa and other small islands.

Casa Museo y Monumento al Campesino: The House and Monument to the Farm Labourer are a tribute to the traditional farming techniques of Lanzarote.

History: The Castillo de San Jose, built in 1799, now houses a Modern Art Gallery and Restaurant.

Costa Teguise: One of the most attractive tourist destinations on Lanzarote. It is situated in the North-eastern part of the Island, only a few kilometres away from its capital Arrecife.

Golfing: Lanzarote hosts just one Golf Course at present, The Golf Costa Teguise course - which is a par 72, 18 hole course. It is situated at the foot of a volcano and has magnificent view's of the ocean that will captivate you at every hole. This course is quite central and easy to get too.

Weather: Lanzarote enjoys a mild dry climate with average daytime temperatures ranging from about 21°C in January to 29°C in August. Annual rainfall is just 140mm (5.5 inches).

Beaches: Lanzarote has several beautiful white beaches such as at Playa Blanca and Papagayo.

Location: The north-easternmost island in the archipelago, only 125 km from the African mainland, has a total area of 795 km, making it the 4th largest of the Canary Isles.

Did You Know?... Many famous films have been made in Lanzarote, some of which include Moby Dick (1956), One million years BC (1966), When dinosaurs ruled the earth (1972), Journey to the centre of the earth (1976), Doctor Who (1984), Enemy mine (1986), The search for treasure island (1997).