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El Teide, stargazing

Another must activity of Tenerife is the observation of stars. Tenerife is one of the best places in the world to do it, in fact, the Teide and the summits of Tenerife have the Starlight certification, a certification that accredits it as a privileged place for stargazing.

You can simply go to take night photos or go with a guide that will give some notion of astronomy and help you learn more about the sky and its constellations.

You can find more useful info about excursions in the following link:

https://www.volcanoteide.com

Natalia Montalat 04/10/2020Opinion articles Routes, tourism

Cliffs of Los Gigantes, the highest in Spain

Nature creations that are authentic bestialities there are a few in Tenerife. A volcanic rock cliff with a height ranging from 300 to 600 meters high.

The cliffs of Los Gigantes, which the Guanches - the Canarian aborigines - called the “walls of hell”, can be seen in all their magnitude from Punta Teno, the western limit of the island, or from Santiago del Teide, in the viewpoints or on the beach of Los Guíos. But the best way is to see them from the sea.

The company West Tenerife offers different options of water sports such as jet ski.

You can book here: https://www.westtenerife.com

Natalia Montalat 04/10/2020Opinion articles Routes, tourism

Secrets of Punta Teno

This is the westernmost point of Tenerife and it´s the place with more hours of sunshine per year. From its lighthouse you can see both the north coast of Tenerife and the cliffs of Los Gigantes, which extend in the west of the island.

Punta de Teno is part of the Teno Rural Park protected area, one of the most important natural areas of the island.

If you really want to know and feel the Teno Rural Park, mix among the neighbors and let yourself be seduced by their hospitality and take the opportunity to taste the local products through its rich local cuisine in the restaurants of the area.

How to reach:

Guagua (bus): From Buenavista or Santiago del Teide, line 355.
Car: From Buenavista on the TF-436 Buenavista-Santiago del Teide road, and on the TF-445 Buenavista- Faro / Punta de Teno road. From Armeñime on the TF-82 road, Icod de los Vinos-Armeñime.

Natalia Montalat 04/10/2020Opinion articles Routes, tourism

Acentejo Coast

Villa Bahía is based on a privileged enclave, on a protected natural space since 1987 named Acentejo Coast that covers a 401 hectares of grassland shoreline surface. Its beauty is carried by the abrupt cliff.

The greenery distributed among the different steps covers the land and its composed on its most of Tabaibas and Cardones; on the most rugged territory some small wild flora plants grow between the rocks and the cliff.

Wildlife that coexists in Villa Bahía is compound of two wild species: lizards and perennials, you will be able to spot them frequently around the house. But don´t worry, they are harmless, and they won´t disturb you, moreover they help eating spiders and mosquitos.

Among the birds that populate our sky exclude Bulwer's petrel, it is a very small seabird that lives in holes or cracks in the rocks; the Pardela Chica is very difficult to see, but at night they stop hearing their voices, like torn tears, in the few weeks a year they approach land to raise. But, yes you will get used to seeing and listening frequently to the kestrel, bird of prey, what do you plan on the cliffs looking for their prey to launch themselves in vertiginous fall to their capture.

In a time of calm you can see whales or dolphins in the distance.

Natalia Montalat 19/09/2020Opinion articles El Sauzal, information

El Sauzal

Evolved with elegant narrow streets with a white chapel facing the sea. Behind the church, a large staircase takes you to town council where local traditional celebrations take place. At the same time, this small town offers a lot of walking crossroads that enframes the village such as Garañona gazer or the idolized beach that gives shape to the place.The main street is an avenue filled with coffee shops, restaurants, and bars. Also, a pharmacy, a supermarket, and public transport are available. On the local market you will be able to stock up whatever your needs are. It also offers a lot of products from the land.

Natalia Montalat 19/09/2020Opinion articles El Sauzal, information

Guachinches

Guachinche is an establishment of the island of Tenerife, where it offers traditional homemade food, as an accompaniment to homegrown or local wine. Long before the first Denomination of Origin for Canarian wines (Tacoronte-Acentejo), the guachinches correspond to a room in the family home, where the wife of the winemaker offers some tapas taken from the family kitchen to accompany the dog de vino (the chat), an activity that has been professionalized over time. Above amenities, the guachinche client has a familiar and traditional cuisine: homemade, round stews, such as chickpeas with ribs, rabbit in salmorejo, ribs with potatoes, salted ribs with potatoes and millo pineapples, stuffed bubangos (zucchini), potatoes with mojo, party meat (pork marinated in cubes), baifo (kid), fish churros (battered fish), etc. In pastries stand out puff pastry, roasted milk or bienmesabe. We can also enjoy tropical fruits such as manga, bananas, etc.

Natalia Montalat 19/09/2020Opinion articles Gastronomy, Typical products

The Farmer's Market of La Matanza

The Farmer's Market, Wine and Handicrafts of La Matanza de Acentejo is a symbol of the rural identity and the recovery of the agricultural sector of the municipality, our fertile lands make up a landscape painted by crops of potatoes, vegetables and fruit vines, where highlights the landscape that make up the chestnut trees. Local farmers have the market as a showcase strategically located next to the Carretera General del Norte, where they market their products directly. The freshness, variety and quality of the products, together with the friendly and familiar treatment of the sellers is guaranteed. The visitor can also find samples of local crafts and livestock products, constituting an added attraction when visiting a town with a rich history, beautiful landscapes and tasty cuisine.

Natalia Montalat 19/09/2020Opinion articles Commerce, Typical products

Tourism in the North of the island

Possible routes departing from the Sauzal.

West Route.

La Orotava based on the valley that names this town, known as La Villa, is the most aristocratic and lordly locality of Tenerife. Puerto de la Cruz, is a cosmopolitan tourist centre of long tradition, with a warm climate and an incomparable landscape that invites you to spend delicious afternoons on its cafes and walks. Garachico, Icod de Los Vinos, they are two of the many sea villages and volcanic lava town that are the most populate in the north of Tenerife from there, you reach Buena Vista from there you can see Punta de Teno, reaching this point, the island turns back sharply, and the south is seen from the cliffs

East route

La Laguna is an old city protagonist of the oldest history of the islands and its long American relationship. It was the capital of the province and declared as World Heritage. As such, it contains palaces and mansions, old churches and the Cathedral. In its municipal area you will be able to enjoy unforgettable coast corners in Bajamar, Punta del Hidalgo or places of soft and green mountains that open in unbeatable panoramic views in the viewpoints of Mount-Las Mercedes.

Teide Route

Living in Villa Bahía, you can't help feeling attracted to the magic of TEIDE. It is the third largest volcano on earth and the most important and magnificent attraction of the island. It has an altitude of 3718 meters to which you can ascend by cable car, once you obtain the necessary permits.

But all this is just a brief review, because nothing ends here, the multitude of towns and coastal or mountain places, the populated areas of lush forests, ravines, wild beaches, hidden corners between rocks keep a lot to discover: the island always It has been and will be a permanent and pleasant surprise.

Natalia Montalat 19/09/2020Opinion articles Routes, tourism