La Graciosa
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 Panorama photo taken from Lanzarote showing La Graciosa |
Graciosa Island or commonly La Graciosa (pronounced [la ɣɾaˈθjosa]; Spanish for "graceful") is a volcanic island in the Canary Islands of Spain, located 2 km (1.2 mi) north of the island of Lanzarote across the strait named El Río. The population is about 752. Tourism is the main industry along with fishing. Every year, tourists flock to the island for its tempered climate and its sandy volcanic coasts.
Charts
See Canary Islands.
Weather
See Canary Islands.
Passages
Islands
See Canary Islands.
Communication
Good voice and GPRS signal.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Approaching La Graciosa is straightforward.
Berthing
– harbour || 
– anchorage || 
– needs data ||Ports
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Amenities
See individual Ports.
Provisioning
See individual Ports.
Eating out
See individual Ports.
Transportation
- Ferry to to Lanzarote
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- La Graciosa at the Wikipedia
- Canary Islands at the Wikipedia
References
See Canary Islands.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to La Graciosa and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) September, 2018 --Istioploos
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