Destinations to enjoy the Perseids this summer
Your next getaway: see stars skimming the sky. As every summer, the famous Tears of San Lorenzo have already arrived. We tell you when and where to see the most awaited star shower of the year.
This year, the Perseids will begin to be seen from July 17 and will last until August 24. The peak of activity takes place on the nights of August 11-13. It is estimated that on those nights there will be between 60 and 100 shooting stars every hour and could reach 200, although it will depend on the weather and the place where we are.
The Perseids or also called the Tears of Saint Lawrence because August 10 is celebrated as the saint’s day, are one of the four main meteor showers of the year: Quadrantids (December), Lyrids (April), Aquarids (July) and Perseids (August).
These magical shooting stars are a shower of meteors, small dust particles of different sizes released by comets or asteroids orbiting the Sun.
THE BEST PLACES TO SEE THE PERSEIDS
The certification system created by the Starlight Foundation allows to qualify the spaces that have an excellent sky quality and that represent an example of protection and conservation. There are different types of certifications; for example, a Starlight Reserve is a protected natural area where a commitment to the defense of the quality of the night sky and access to starlight is established.
Likewise, Starlight Tourist Destinations are places that can be visited, which have excellent qualities for contemplating the starry skies and developing tourism activities based on them, and Starlight Accommodations are establishments with ideal conditions for astro-tourism.
We reveal the list of Starlight Reserves that exist in Spain today. In addition, in many of these places we have houses where you can stay and enjoy this experience. We can’t think of better places to see the Perseids.
-Province of Soria (Castilla y León)
-Guadalajara skies (Castilla- La Mancha)
-Regional Park of Gredos (Castilla- León)
- In the foothills of the Sierra de Gredos we can recommend a spectacular village with hypnotic views in the area of San Miguel, between Chilla and Candeleda in Avila.
- On the southern slope of the Sierra, you will find an idyllic refuge to enjoy nature in La Vera.
- If you want to live this experience with friends or family, in this private estate the feeling of peace and serenity floats in the air. Surrounded by pine, oak and olive trees, it is perfect for those who want to combine the peace and tranquility of nature with beautiful views of the Sierra de Gredos.
-Sierra de Albarracín, Comarca Cuencas Mineras and Territorio Gúdar-Javalambre (Aragón)
-Menorca (Balearic Islands)
- An exclusive rafal that dates back to the 15th century. Escape to an idyllic enclave, in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. Gardens, orchards, forests, swimming pools, traditional architecture… All designed for your enjoyment and relaxation.
- This charming property in the south of the island, in the center of the village Es Migjorn Gran. Lovers of natural surroundings and relaxation will greatly enjoy this uncrowded enclave.
- A delight for the eyes, where in addition to appreciating the privileged native nature of the island we can enjoy this masterfully restored house where the colors harmonize with its natural surroundings. Traditional 19th century architecture and contemporary interior design.
-National Park of Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici and El Montsec (Catalonia)
-Los Pedroches, Sierra Sur de Jaén and Sierra Morena Andaluza (Andalucía)
-Fuerteventura, Cumbres de Tenerife and La Palma (Canary Islands)
- The luxury of privacy, majorero rest in Fuerteventura with all the traditional elements of the Canary constructions. Between two natural parks, Isla de Lobos, Duna s of Corralejo, and the mountain of Tindaya. The breeze of the Atlantic Ocean reaches every corner. A feeling of calm and silence, a unique experience.
- We have selected a series of traditional haciendas in the north of the island of Tenerife. Some of them even date back to the 17th century. All of them have been restored or built from scratch with the utmost respect for their history and the traditional constructions of the island. The aim is to transport the guest to the maximum comfort.
This collection of Haciendas are located in protected natural places, even in remote and privileged spots by the sea, where the first thing our eyes see is the immensity of the ocean and the first and last sound of the day is the breaking of the waves on the cliffs. All this surrounded by lush tropical gardens where banana plantations reach their peak.
Accommodations where you can disconnect from the first minute. A perfect symbiosis between nature, architecture and the sea.
In addition, our country is full of Starlight Tourist Destinations:
-Formentera (Balearic Islands). We have selected Can Eu, a house where we are teleported to the aromas of the Mediterranean: sand, sea, salt… and we get lost among vineyards, pine trees, fig trees and carob trees. Hidden between the Mediterranean forest and the sea, we will find this magical enclave.
-Costa da Morte and the Municipality of Lalín (Galicia).
-The region of Las Hurdes (Extremadura), Cabañeros and La Manchuela (Castilla-La Mancha).
-Borobia (Castilla- León)
-The Alto Guadiato Valley (Andalusia)
-Santa Lucía de Tirajana and Fuencaliente (Canary Islands)
-Montgai (Catalonia)
-Lerín and the Roncal Valley (Navarra)
-Allande (Asturias). On the Asturian coast, we find this house that has the view of a lighthouse. Nestled in the upper part of Tazones, this charming fishing village located next to the Villaviciosa estuary and open to the Bay of Biscay, looks like something out of an idyllic postcard. The perfect enclave to rest, to see without being seen and to enjoy all the privileges that this wonderful land offers us.
Ready to enjoy the star shower? Here we tell you when, how and where to see the Perseids 2024.
