Wandering Lanzarote
Situated amongst the sun-kissed Canary Isles, shouldering the northwest coast of Africa, Lanzarote is an island sculpted by ancient volcanoes, black lava fields, and soft ocean breezes.
A truly unique part of the world and often beautifully isolating, each corner of Lanzarote offers something special, inviting you to explore around each and every cove. Soft ocean breezes, warm golden sunsets, and temperatures that rarely stray from perfection. The soft light here is heavenly, warm, and endlessly flattering, with Atlantic sunsets casting long shadows across dramatic landscapes and turning even the simplest moment into something cinematic.
From the ‘Mars-like’ beauty of Timanfaya National Park to the quiet charm of coastal villages, Lanzarote feels both extremely wild and warmly welcoming. The whitewashed villages nestled beneath volcanic fields definitely shouldn't be missed. Traditional architecture, historic chapels, cobbled alleyways… a few of my favourites include El Golfo, Caleta de Famara, Haría, La Santa, Órzola and Teguise, to name a few.
You simply can't visit Lanzarote without noticing and appreciating the work of island born architect and artist César Manrique. César’s vision has shaped the island’s identity and unique style.
After studying in Madrid and spending time in New York, Manrique returned to Lanzarote in the 1960s with a clear mission in mind. He set out to protect the island’s natural beauty from overdevelopment and to create harmony between architecture, art, and the surrounding natural landscape. César championed low rise, whitewashed buildings, green shutters, and strict planning laws that preserved the island’s character.
He designed iconic spaces that blend seamlessly into volcanic surroundings, including Jameos del Agua, Museo LagOmar, Mirador del Río, and his former home, now the Fundación César Manrique (Casa Museo de César Manrique).
The island’s minimal architecture, dramatic coastlines, and ever-changing light create endless opportunities for striking compositions. It’s a place where nature does most of the work; you simply follow the light.
