The Monta as del Fuego (Fire Mountain), where they were correct name in the 1730 & 39; s, when more than 100 volcanoes in what is now the national park, climbed up to devastate the southern part of the island. Eruptions lasted six years and several villages were completely destroyed. The last outbreak on the island of Lanzarote was 1824.
Because has such low rainfall () 1968, the area was declared a national park " Parque Nacional de Timanfaya ".
We decided that a whole day of this trip, and we firmly believe that this is a must for every visitor to the island, because of its unique & 39; " martian landscape and rare plant species. At the entrance to the National Park (entrance at around 8 euros per person, as I recall, and the small children were free as usual at many attractions of the island), the first thing to catch our eyes were camels, and of course, we had to stop because the kids wanted a ride!
An hour or so later, we came to the parking lot of the Islote de Hilario, where we saw a crowd of people stood around a hole. This was the first of two very impressive demonstrations of how hot the area is just under the ground. We were told that the temperatures a few meters below ground and write 400 C to 600 C.
Dry shrubs were thrown into a hole, and in less than a minute, it caught fire!
Water was then poured into a drilled hole, and seconds later Brach the water back into the air as vapor-and we all have a warm shower, because we were on the wrong side.
Next was " El Diablo " restaurant , another creation of the famous artist (Cesar Manrique), whose influence is everywhere on the island. Here, we find traditional Canarian dishes cooked with geothermal (A cast-iron grill, a large hole in the ground). Where else in the world can make your food cooked on a volcano!
We then a carriage ride to the National Park (part of the entrance). If your feeling a little sensitive or not like heights not sit by the window, as it can be quite scary (but very safe and the children absolutely loved it). The bus stops at several strategic points so that you can an amazing images and film (so do not forget to take the camera / video with you). During the journey, we have to recorded narration based on the words of the pastor of Yaiza, in the time of the great eruptions.
Another day and another great attraction.
The author is a frequent visitor to Lanzarote, a place that is now his and quot; & 39; home from home, with the slump in the property villa on the island - http://www.villa-rochelle.co.uk
John is also the administrator of the Villa " Owners Club & Lanzarote quot; @ http://www.lanzvillaowners.com
