The Canary Islands: A Romantic Getaway

Spain is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, thanks to its rich tourism resources, deep historical heritage, and unique architecture. More than 1,000 km from mainland Spain, in the Atlantic Ocean, lies a famous "enclave" known as the Canary Islands (Islas Canarias). Like a pearl in the ocean, the Canary Islands are known as the "private garden of Europe's rich." The Canary Islands have a unique geographical location, with the vegetation and natural environment of North Africa, a mild climate, and the Mediterranean culture of Spain, creating an isolated and artistic island atmosphere. The famous writer Sanmao once lived here, where she met her tragic love story, and made more Chinese people yearn for this land. The Canary Islands are made up of seven beautiful islands, facing the Sahara Desert across the sea. The largest island is La Palma, which is like a real-life paradise, primitive and tranquil. Volcanoes, beaches, forests, and oceans blend perfectly to create an ultimate beauty. The small towns and villages by the sea are scattered, exuding a leisurely and comfortable atmosphere. La Palma has a great climate and natural scenery that is completely different from the European and African continents. The pure sky, dense forests, and spectacular volcanoes are all intoxicating. Stepping on this land, you feel as if you are one with the sea, forest, and island, and you don't feel like a tourist at all. The island has less than 100,000 residents, who live a quiet life away from the hustle and bustle. The houses are built on the hills, and the residents drink coffee in their spare time, enjoying a peaceful life. It makes people sigh that this is the "poetry and distance" that people dream of. The sky of La Palma is the most unique, known as the purest and clearest sky on earth. The unique geographical location, climate conditions, and strict control of light pollution make it possible to see a clear and beautiful starry sky at night, which is why it is designated as one of the world's few "starry sky tourist destinations." There is also a legendary astronomical telescope on the island, installed on a mountain at an altitude of 2,400 meters, through which you can clearly observe the night sky, and it is loved by astronomy enthusiasts and astrophotographers. Every summer, you can take pictures of the Milky Way, which is close and breathtaking. At sunset, the beach becomes the most popular place on the island. People swim, sunbathe, and listen to the wonderful music composed of the sea breeze, waves, and open-air bands, reaching a harmonious state of unity between man and nature. Visitors who love Sanmao will also come here to experience the indescribable beauty of the Canary Islands.