Tenerife is the largest of the seven Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa. Tenerife has an area of 2034.38 square kilometers, and 886,033 inhabitants. It is the most populated island of the Canary Islands and Spain. About five million tourists visit Tenerife each year, which is also one of the busiest Spanish resorts. Tenerife also has one of the world's largest carnivals, and the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife now aspires to become a World Heritage Site. The island hosts in its capital the architectural symbol of the Canary Islands, the modern Auditorio de Tenerife which is also one of the main buildings of Spanish architecture.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of the island and the seat of the island council (cabildo insular). The city is capital of the autonomous community of Canary Islands (shared with Las Palmas), sharing governmental institutions such as Presidency and ministries. Between 1833 and 1927 Santa Cruz de Tenerife was the sole capital of the Canary Islands, until in 1927 the current arrangement was introduced by decree.
The island is home to the University of San Fernando de La Laguna, which was founded in 1792. The University of La Laguna is the oldest university in the Canaries. San Cristóbal de La Laguna (World Heritage Site) is the second city of the island and the third one of the archipelago. The city of La Laguna was also capital of the Canary Islands until Santa Cruz replaced it in 1833[6]. Tenerife also has the highest elevation of Spain, a World Heritage Site that is the third largest volcano in the world from its base, El Teide.
For sightseeing Tenerife holidays have an assortment of sights and attractions. Any Tenerife holidays are enriched by visiting the fascinating historic sites, listed below are just a few sites worth visiting during a holiday in Tenerife:-
 Medieval Night (San Miguel Castle) great for families, join the King, the Queen and their Knights for this colourful pageant, exciting sword fighting, jousting and superb horsemanship, followed by the Drifters Show. Banquet (eat with your hands) and drinks are included in the price.
Santa Cruz is the capital of Tenerife. - A bustling city and shipping port (one of the busiest in Spain and deepest in the world). Shopping is excellent from the Plaza deEspaña on the seafront to Plaza de Candelaria. The most visited place in Santa Cruz is "La Plaza de España" by the sea, where the futuristic auditorium stands.
Mount Teide – at 12,402 ft Mount Teide is Tenerife’s most famous landmark. You will notice the climate changes through 4 distinct temperature zones. An Optional cable car to 12,000 ft is available weather permitting.
 Piramides de Guimar rare and interesting step-pyramids, constructed like those in Mexico, Peru, and ancient Mesopotamia. Besides the 6 step pyramids, the park also has a museum, a life-size replica of the reed ship RA II, Auditorium/Cinema,cafeteria and an ecological souvenir shop.
Los Gigantes - The Cliffs of the Giants massive cliffs drop almost sheer into the sea from a height 800m. Across the bay lie the towns of Los Gigantes and, Puerto de Santiago. The only way for you to get closer to these amazing cliffs is by boat.
 Pueblo Chico is located close to Puerto de la Cruz,this tourist attraction stands in 20,000 square meters of land and is home to miniature models all of which you will find in the Canary Islands. A great day out for all the family.
Open from 09:00 till 18:00
 Playa de las Teresitas -
The jewel in the crown of Tenerife’s beaches and without doubt the most spectacular. It’s many people’s idea of what a tropical beach should look like. A crescent shaped, lagoon-like bay with golden sand lapped by aquamarine waters teeming with tropical fish. Add palm trees and a dramatic mountain backdrop and you’ve got a perfect setting. There are changing rooms, toilets, bar restaurants and a large car park discreetly hidden behind the line of palms at the back of the beach. The man made reef makes the enclosed calm water ideal for families with young children. Approx 8 kilometres beyond Santa Cruz.
 Playa del Duque - A man made beach which has been developed with panache and imagination. If a beach could feel upmarket, it’s this one. Small enough to feel intimate,it’s striped beach huts and palm frond umbrellas give it an air of St Tropez meets the Caribbean. It is located at the very western end of Playa de las Américas.
 Playa de las Américas’ one developed beach is Playa del Camisón in front of the smart Sir Anthony hotel. It’s a relaxing golden sand beach backed by palm trees which slopes gently into aquamarine waters. There are plenty of sun loungers and thatched umbrellas, but it can get quite busy.
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