The now dormant volcano of La Gomera is a great place for spectacular scenery and invigorating walks. Holidays in La Gomera, the second smallest of the Canary Islands, offer something different from the usual holiday tourist traps.
History of La Gomera
For such a small island, La Gomera has a big history! Famed for being the last stop Christopher Columbus made before sailing the Atlantic, the house Columbus stayed in can still be visited! The island is also well known for the unique "Silbo". This is a whistling language used by Gomerans to communicate with ease across the steep valleys. The whistling language can still be heard today and has recently been entered into the Gomeran school curriculum.
Things to Do in La Gomera
La Gomera's main selling point is the Garajonay National Park. Masses of rain-forest like trees, hills blanketed in heather and mountains covered in clouds - this is Garajonay National Park! The highest parts of the park are continuously covered by rolling mists and wispy clouds making the whole view seem like a poster for Lord of the Rings! Garajonay has clearly marked routes and paths that you can walk, jog or cycle along and the log-cabin restaurant at the dry lake bed of Laguna Grande has some of the best food on the island!
Beaches of La Gomera
As for beaches, La Gomera has some hidden treasures! The black sand beach of the islands capital San Sebastian has a nice view of Mount Teide and the clearest water around - great for scuba diving! All around La Gomera you can find small deserted beaches that make great secluded sunbathing spots - what more could you ask for from a holiday?
Hotels of La Gomera
La Gomera has few hotels and the more modern hotels can be found in the capital, San Sebastian. The Parador hotel in San Sebastian is a four star manor house hotel with spectacular views and tropical gardens, the perfect place to spend your holiday! Another fantastic hotel to look at for your holiday is the Hotel Jardin Tecina on the south coast of La Gomera. Made up of homely cottages in lush tropical gardens and set on a cliff top, the Hotel Jardin Tecina offers some sensational views and is the perfect place to relax after a long day of sight-seeing!
Once you visit La Gomera, you'll never want to leave!
