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Built in 2018 and with a surface area of 253 square metres, the El Granero playground is an ideal place for children. It is located on Calle Real, next to the Church of Nuestra Señora de Candelaria – a place of cultural interest – and was inspired by the old granary (owned by the church) that occupied the same place to the south of the church. The aim is to make future generations more aware of cultural heritage.

Who is who in the Canarian sky? A few hints for watching the sky with children.

The Canary Islands have a wide range of options for nightlife and mega events, including Carnival and Pride celebrations across the islands. This year sees the return of one of the liveliest events on the international music scene in support of the LGBTQ sector.

In the north-west of La Palma, far removed from modern urban development and the hustle and bustle of the town, you will find the small and peaceful hamlet of Las Tricias. Perched on a hillside between ravines and surrounded by almond trees, its winter flower display is truly spectacular. The relaxed rhythm of life here allows you to take your time to enjoy the architecture; pretty detached houses with wooden balconies, walls of dark stone whitewashed and tiled roofs - genuine La Palma style.

In La Palma, the path traced in the stars has been materialized so that everyone who wants to can stop, walk it and reconcile with their surroundings before returning to their usual universe.

Puerto Naos is the biggest beach on the island of La Palma. It is in the south-west of the island in the main tourist hotspot of the same name. Well-known for the high quality of its services it has been flying a blue flag since 2007, making it one of the most important beaches on La Palma. It is also meeting point for paragliding enthusiasts as it is an ideal spot for practising this aerial sport during a beach holiday.

If you want to see why La Palma is also known as the "Isla Bonita" (beautiful island) beyond its spectacular Caldera de Taburiente, this route through the south is perfect. Historical centers, volcanic areas, the imposing Atlantic, agricultural areas and final baths compose an irresistible menu that simply makes you want to soon repeat the experience. From the capital to Puerto Naos, the views and landscapes, the regular southern sun on a very green island and its closeness to nature motivates you to switch on your car and go.

La Palma is a visual treat characterised by lush greenness. As confirmation, all you have to do take this car trip from the port of Tazacorte, in the west, to the capital, crossing the northern slopes of the island. Although bends are inevitable, driving up to Roque de los Muchachos and enjoying the views of the Atlantic on the descent to Santa Cruz is priceless. The excursion can also be undertaken in the opposite direction, going towards the west of the island to end up in Tazacorte.

According to its geological age, La Palma is the youngest of the Canary Islands, an archipelago of volcanic origin. Because of this, the island’s history has been troubled by periodic eruptions of the Cumbre Vieja, an active volcanic ridge extending from the El Paso municipality through Fuencaliente, passing through Los Llanos de Aridane. Eruptions in this area were chronicled even before its conquest, which ended in 1496.

Las Nieves Natural Park is formed by the mountains of Los Sauces and Las Nieves, located in the northern part of the island and distributed in three municipalities: San Andrés y Sauces, Santa Cruz de La Palma and Puntallana. Continuous erosion over time has shaped a rugged landscape dominated by huge ravines such as: Barranco del Agua, Barranco de San Juan, Barranco de la Fuente and Barranco de Nogales. It is worth mentioning the abundance of water springs, one of the most important and well known being Marcos y Cordero. The vegetation of the area is composed of dense scrub in the highest parts, followed by pine forest communities. At lower altitudes, one of the best masses of laurel forest in the Canary Islands develops.