The Green Lagoon of Charco de los Clicos, Lanzarote

Charco de los Clicos (also known as Charco Verde or Green Lagoon) is one of the most unusual natural attractions in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain. This stunning lagoon is located inside a volcanic crater adjacent to a black sand beach, close to the coastal village of El Golfo. Its bright green water is a striking contrast against the dark volcanic rocks, red cliffs and deep blue Atlantic Ocean.

The emerald-green waters of Charco de los Clicos contrast with Lanzarote's black volcanic coastline.

Lake As Pontes: The Artificial Lake of Spain

Nestled in the lush, green landscapes of northwestern Spain, Lake As Pontes (Lago de As Pontes in Spanish, Lago das Pontes in Galician) is one of Europe’s most notable examples of ecological restoration. Once a large open-pit lignite coal mine located in the municipality of As Pontes de García Rodríguez, Galicia, it has been transformed into Spain’s largest artificial lake—a magnificent 865-hectare body of freshwater that represents a transition from industrial activity to environmental renewal.

Lake As Pontes is a remarkable artificial lake in Galicia, Spain, created on the site of a former open-pit mine.