Imagine a breathtaking place where the desert meets the ocean! This place, very popular with photographers, attracts more than one tourist.
Upon arrival at the site, a vast field of golden sand dunes awaits tourists. The landscape is so captivating that you would think you were in the heart of the Sahara. However, you are a few hundred kilometers from the African coast!
Now turn around and admire the spectacle before you: the immensity of the Atlantic Ocean extends to the horizon. From the top, you overlook a fine sand beach. This surprising destination offers a total change of scenery thanks to its famous dunes, a true protected natural jewel.
Covering almost 400 hectares, some of these dunes reach up to 10 meters high. This unique ecosystem is home to rare fauna and flora, such as a giant lizard and bird species. Nature lovers will be delighted by the diversity of landscapes, between the Charca lagoon, a refuge for migratory birds, and the small palm grove which brings an additional touch of exoticism.
Every year, this exceptional spot attracts many visitors, captivated by the beauty of the place. This enchanting place is Maspalomas, a seaside resort located on the island of Gran Canaria, in the Canary archipelago. But Maspalomas is not just about its fascinating “Maspolamas dunes”. It is also a popular seaside destination, which benefits from generous sunshine throughout the year.
With its 25°C in the middle of winter, it is the dream place to escape and recharge your batteries, far from the gray and the cold with its dream beaches which invite relaxation and idleness. The famous Playa del Inglés seduces with its expanse and fine sand. Continuing west, you will discover the playa de Maspalomas, bordered by majestic dunes, then the playa de Meloneras, surrounded by luxury hotels with pharaonic architecture. If you prefer a more family atmosphere, opt for the playa de San Agustín, to the east of the resort.
Nature lovers will be delighted by the diversity of landscapes that Gran Canaria offers, between steep mountains, lush forests and volcanic sand beaches. However, this fragile ecosystem is now threatened. For several decades, the dunes of Maspalomas have suffered alarming degradation, mainly due to urbanization and human impact.
Every year, nearly 45,000 cubic meters of sand disappear, carried away by the waves. This massive erosion modifies the dynamics of the wind and dunes, endangering the unique biodiversity of this nature reserve. If nothing is done, this jewel could disappear within a generation, warn the island’s authorities, taking with it a whole part of the beauty of the Canary Islands…