Are you someone who likes to bring back souvenirs from vacation? Well, most of us do, and why not, since we are trying to preserve the memories of the place we visited. It has also been observed that many people who go to beaches also tend to collect corals, pebbles and other beach artifacts as souvenirs.

If you also like to do this, there is an important exception that you should be aware of remember if you visit Lanzarote and Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. According to the latest news, removing sand, pebbles or stones from these islands will attract significant fines. The Canary Islands, an archipelago off the coast of northwest Africa, have introduced fines for those caught removing natural materials from their beaches.

The decision to impose fines comes in response to significant losses of volcanic material on the beaches of Lanzarote every year and the depletion of sand at Popcorn Beach in Fuerteventura. Reports show the islands are seeing a surge in visitor numbers, putting pressure on their natural resources, exacerbated by severe drought that has led to the declaration of a water emergency on the Spanish island of Tenerife.

Reports also It adds that imposing fines poses a challenge for officials because items confiscated at airports may not always serve as evidence for prosecution. Instead, the focus has shifted to prevention, with fines levied on those caught removing sand, rocks or pebbles from protected areas. Authorities emphasize that about one ton of volcanic material is removed from Lanzarote's beaches every year, which significantly affects the fragile ecosystem of the island.

Lanzarote is unique: it contains deposits of lava, slag and ash formed as a result of a volcanic eruption Montañas del Fuego in the 18th century. Almost a quarter of the island, with an area of ​​806 square meters. km, is a desert area, including black sand beaches. Although tourists are often attracted by these distinctive features, they must resist the temptation to take them home as this upsets the delicate balance of the island's ecosystem. It is important to appreciate these natural wonders in their native environment, preserve them for future generations and ensure the sustainability of tourism in the Canary Islands.

Source: timesofindia

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