Lanzarote is a very vibrant island, where you can never get bored, there are so many thing to do in Lanzarote and many attractions. These can be seen independently with car hire but expect long waiting times in peak season or on the many of the excursions in Lanzarote
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A visit to the Teguise Sunday Market can be complemented by a visit to the Museo de la Piratería situated within the Santa Bárbara castle perched on the top of mount Guanapay in Teguise.
The Canary Islands was a popular stop over for ships passing to and from the Americas, who would replenish their fresh food supplies and drinking water at one of the islands, this also made them an attractive hunting ground for pirates during the 15th, 16th and 17th century. Teguise was often targeted by visiting pirates, a street at the back of the church Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe is called Callejón de la Sangre meaning the blood that flowed down sygnifying the massacres.
The castle of Santa Bárbara is fascinating, the views from the castle are incredible. It was primarily constructed as a look out tower and an extension was added to give safe shelter to the locals during an attack. The castle has a wealth of information with video, information screens and posters explaining the history of the pirates within the Canary Islands.
For those not keen on the pirate history, just go there for the beautiful views from the castle of the surrounding countryside and Teguise.
Adults cost €3.00 and children €1.80
