Located in the Atlantic Ocean and one of Spain's Canary Islands, the picturesque and unspoilt La Gomera is a real jewel of nature. It comprises of shallow dips and high cliffs forged by erosion from its pre-ice age past. The island is home to the the breathtaking Valle Gran Rey, and national parks, one of which is the Garajonay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
La Gomera is a popular spot for lovers of hiking and trail-walking, offering endless opportunities to discover this unique and prehistoric wonder of the world. From its abundance of walking treks and surrounded by sandy beaches, La Gomera is certainly a nature lover’s paradise.
The island is also home to Hermigua, specialising in popular walking holidays, it has a modern town centre, the 17th-century Iglesia de la Encarnación, the 16th-century church and convent of Santo Domingo, and several restaurants.
Christopher Columbus made frequent stopovers to the port of San Sebastián de La Gomera on his voyage to the Americas in order to replenish his crew's food and water supplies.
The region features a great gastronomic tradition, in no smal part due to the lush, diverse vegetation and green banana plantations. Distinctive local cheeses, wines, biscuits, and palm honey help to produce local dishes such as Almogrote, Gomerón and Mistela accompanied with roasted pork, fresh seafood or goat meat. Traditional restaurants and eateries scattered around La Gomera serve these local specialities, along with a variety of international cuisine.
Booking.com offers a large range of accommodation on La Gomera, from traditional country houses to 4-star hotels.
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