Tenerife (Spain) is an island. It is the largest among the seven resort "Canaries", and is often called the "land of eternal spring." This is not surprising, because the weather here is typical for the "time of love" - no less than +20 degrees in winter and no more than 25 in summer. Completely different people come here. But the island accepts everyone - both those who like to drink, take a walk, eat, and those who want to retire in a beautiful romantic place and meditate. There are resorts for everyone. If the cosmopolitan Las Americas and Los Cristianos are suitable for fun party youth, then Puerto de la Cruz provides a romantic pastime among picturesque rocks and greenery. In short, a trip to the Canary Islands is always a great vacation.
Spain, Tenerife. Two capitals
This Spanish island has always been very important for sailors plying between America, Africa (only three hundred kilometers away) andEurope. Therefore, it is unique in its fusion of different cultural traditions. This can be seen in its population, cuisine, colorful "fiestas" and lively carnivals. There are two capitals here - the former, La Laguna, and the current, Santa Cruz. The latter is located in the very north of Tenerife. Spain is a country of beach holidays, and the capital of the island also boasts a wide beach. In addition, there is a port where cruise ships arrive. Therefore, the shopping streets of the capital provide tourists with an excellent opportunity for shopping, for example, in the famous network shopping center "English Court" (El Corte Ingles). There is a museum of the history of the Canaries with collections of mummies of the first inhabitants of the islands. Also worth seeing is the 17th century Cathedral of Our Lady, famous for its art collection. Santa Cruz is a bustling and interesting city. But the quieter La Laguna is included in the UNESCO list. It is located not near the sea, but at the foot of the Anaga Mountains. Its central square is built up with houses of the 15th century. Tourists can buy traditional handicrafts at the local market and visit the Anthropology Museum.
Tenerife, Spain. Mountains and valleys
The island is divided into two climatic zones: northern and southern. They are very different from each other in natural conditions. The fact is that in the north of the island it often rains, but the south boasts a warmer, subtropical climate. The watershed between the two zones is the Teide National Park. There is a volcano of the same name, the third highest in the world (more than three thousand meters). You can get to its top - howclimb on foot along the marked path, and climb the cable car. North of here is the Orotava Valley, or "Gardens of Tenerife". Spain is a wine-growing country, and underground volcanic activity makes the local soils good for growing this berry. There are many cellars and tasting rooms, as well as a wine museum. The “drink of the gods” is prepared on the island in a traditional way, which has remained virtually unchanged for several hundred years. To the south of the park is such an attraction as the Pyramids of Guimar. These stepped structures resemble temples erected by the Maya or the Aztecs, but it is still unknown who built them and why.
Spain, Tenerife. Reviews of the beaches and the sea
Tourists who have been here call the rest on the island very comfortable, unhurried and really quiet. Many people like the black sand of the local beaches - they say that although it can ruin a light-colored swimsuit, the sensations of sunbathing on it are the most indescribable. Although there are golden, white and mixed beaches. All such recreation areas are concentrated mainly in the south of the island, but more picturesque bays with lush vegetation are in the north. However, it is practically impossible to swim there, because the cliffs are too steep, and it is impossible to enter the sea. But all the hotels there have swimming pools, so you can swim while contemplating the beautiful scenery.
