Los Hervideros
The cliffs of Los Hervideros, otherwise known as "The Boiling Pans" are a series of caves and blow
holes that have been eroded into a former lava flows since the last eruption.
As the Atlantic waves crash into these caves, mountains of white surf are produced, giving the appearance
of boiling water.
This is certainly one place on Lanzarote that swimming is not recommended at any time.
Mirador de Haría
The Mirador de Haría is approximately 5km, or 3 miles, south of the town of Haría.
The word "mirador" in Spanish translates into English as "vantage point" or "lookout",
and originally these miradors would have been used by the islanders to keep a sharp lookout
for invading forces or marauding pirates.
On a clear day the Mirador de Haría provides visitors with spectacular views north towards Haría.
In recent years this has also become a popular stopping point on many of the tour operators "see Lanzarote
in a day" type island tours.
Mirador del Río
During the late 19th Century when Spain was at war with America over the
ownership of Cuba, a small fortress and gun battery was built here to protect the strategically important strait
known as El Río, which separated Lanzarote from the nearby island of La Graciosa.
In 1974 Cesar Manrique, recognising the potential of the building, proposed a design that would transform the
near derelict shell into one of the grandest and most exclusive restaurants on Lanzarote.
Whilst these ambitious plans were never fully completed, it is now possible to buy light snacks and drinks at
the Mirador cafe, whilst admiring the panoramic views over the north west coast of the island.
Contact details are;
Mirador del Río
35520
Haría
Lanzarote
Telephone: +34 928 173 536
Museo al Campesino
A little to the north of San Bartolome in the village of Mozaga it would be difficult to miss the Monumento del Campesino.
This is an impressive 15 metre high sculpture of a farmer with his flock that is made from water tanks salvaged from old fishing boats.
The Monumento del Campesino was created by Jesus Soto from an original design by Cesar Manrique, and which represents
the endurance and inventiveness of the local farm workers along with the historic significance of agricultural life
on the island.
Adjacent to the monument is the Museo al Campesino, which is a restored Canarian farmhouse where visitors can
sample locally grown produce and wines.
The Museo al Campesino is open everyday from 10am to 6pm and contact details are:
Museo al Campesino
35550
Mozaga
Lanzarote
Telephone: +34 928 520 136
