Spain's stargazing haven of La Palma reopens its observatory

With little to no light pollution and a clear view of the sky, La Palma markets itself as an ideal destination for stargazers. – Photo: J. Antonio Glez Hdez/Visit La Palma/dpa

La Palma, the Spanish island that has established itself as a major attraction for stargazers in recent years, has fully reopened its observatory to visitors after being shuttered by the pandemic and, previously, a volcanic eruption in 2021.

Ash clouds, streams of lava and evacuation orders brought tourism on this Canary Island to a standstill in late 2021, before it was hit by pandemic restrictions, but Canary Islands tourism officials are now beckoning travellers back to this world-famous astrotourism spot.