Introduction
The green island of La Palma has been dubbed ‘the pretty isle' of the Canaries – while there are still the characteristic lunar landscapes, pine forests, lush green landscapes and a laid-back vibe mean a quieter, more relax atmosphere than its fellow islands.
Santa Cruz city on La Palma island
Freshwater streams, springs and waterfalls keep the greenery levels up across La Palma, not least in the Caldera de Taburiente National Park in the centre of the island, formed around a vast crater. It was here that the Guanches, the indigenous people of the Canary Islands, made their last stand against the Spanish in the 15th century, and the park is a key La Palma attraction.
