Gran Canaria is, and always has been at the heart of the Canary Islands. Known the mini Continent, because of it’s 5 different temperate zones, Gran Canaria will have something to catch the eye of even the most experienced traveler. The people who only come to Gran Canaria once are very rare indeed. Most people regard coming to Gran Canaria as being ‘home’. It’s no wonder that so many people eventually settle here.