Teguise, which was the former capital of Lanzarote, is one of the main cultural centers of the island. Among its streets, palaces, convents and squares, it preserves its traditional architecture and a kind of ancient character. Teguise has a paved pedestrian hull, which gives it a rustic and historic feel.
Villa de Teguise
The town "Villa de Teguise" has gone through the processes of restoration and rehabilitation, being declared Historic-artistic and architectural set and for those who pass through its streets can tell is one of the oldest places in the Canary Islands. In Teguise there's the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Spinola Palace and the Convent of Santo Domingo. In addition to history, it is an ideal place for shopping.
On Sundays, the town of Teguise becomes very attractive for tourists and locals with its flea market "Mercadillo", the largest on the island. The "Mercadillo" (Little market) is an ideal place to get a souvenir or gift from Lanzarote. You can find crafts, art, decoration, textiles and gastronomic products. Definitely a place to visit to spend an interesting morning.
In Teguise you can also visit the Museum of Piracy, a space formerly known as the Museum of the Canary Emigrant. The Castle of "Santa Barbara" has changed its name through the centuries, but still maintains its structure and get into the history it has taken in the Lanzarote lands.
Costa Teguise
The town of Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist destinations for its accommodation, the quality of its services and its quiet beaches. Its waters are preferred for lovers of windsurfing and water sports, however the family can also spend pleasant moments with the children on beaches of calmer waters. The most famous and visited in Costa Teguise are Las Cucharas Beach, Los Charcos Beach, El Jablillo Beach and Bastian Beach. In Costa Teguise the sports offer is varied, with a golf course, a water park and many courts for athletes to enjoy their favorite discipline.
Tahiche
In Tahiche you can find the house of the person responsible for the most emblematic works, arts and structures of Lanzarote: the César Manrique Foundation. Manrique's work can be seen all over the island and his intention to combine art and nature perfectly.
Caleta de Famara
La Caleta de Famara is another "must-visit" when you go through the municipality of Teguise. A site famous for the traditional restaurants and the preparation of its fresh fish. This ltown belongs, like the island of La Graciosa, to the Natural Park Chinijo. Its white houses with blue carpentry are the perfect place to see in the foreground the Chinijo Archipelago.
La Caleta de Famara is an extraordinary place to contemplate the sunset, when colors dye the walls of the town and highlight the amazing Famara Risk. Famara Beach is also a special place, where the sand, when there is low tide, takes center stage and serves as a mirror to the sky.
