The Canary Islands played a crucial role on Christopher Columbus' voyage to the New World. Not only were they the last European port from which the caravels set sail, they were also a refuelling point in every sense of the word, as the island's natural riches, the quality of its drinking water and the welcoming nature of its inhabitants led the expedition to settle here for several weeks to gather their strength before their long crossing.
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