Arrecife Lanzarote

Arrecife is the capital of the island of Lanzarote.
In the city’s port, you can see aloe and grapevines growing, which is typical for the Canary Islands.
The city is one of the main ports in the region, with a population of about 60,000 people. It combines the traditional atmosphere of the Canaries with modern elements.
This pleasant promenade stretches along the waterfront, offering views of the ocean.
There is a **sculpture in the shape of an eye**, dedicated to César Manrique.
You can also find the **Iglesia de San Ginés**, the historic church in the city.
Arrecife is known for its lagoons and salt ponds, among which *El Charco de San Ginés* stands out—a picturesque lagoon surrounded by fishermen's cottages.
There are interesting monuments and performances here, but the most fascinating is the **whale skeleton sculpture**, symbolizing the importance of marine ecosystems conservation.
The city offers excellent shopping opportunities.
Here is a local celebrity.
This *bridge* connects the fortress on a small island to the waterfront.
The *16th-century fortress* was built to protect the town from pirates. Today, it houses a history museum.
Here you can see orchestra performances in the evening.
In the capital of Lanzarote, everything reminds you that Christmas is coming Here is a lovely **nativity scene**. There’s a Christmas tree made of volcanic rocks, …. and another Christmas tree in the largest hotel in Arrecife.
Here we are at the main city beach.And these are some beautiful shots we took after getting used to the cool water.