Puerto de la Cruz is a city on Tenerife, largest of the Canary Islands. Its natural beauty and great weather make it a favorite destination for eco-tourists, while its nightlife has urban pastimes and wonderful eateries. Puerto de la Cruz offers an escape from the summer heat, enjoying a generally cooler temperature than the lowland resorts.
One of Nature's Most Spectacular Landscapes
Tenerife is a volcanic island, and one of the attractions is the landscape itself. The lava has left striking formations all over the island, and Las Canadas National Park has been established to preserve some of them. The camp includes Mount Teide, the third highest volcano in the world. The volcano is extinct and there is a hotel inside the crater, so visitors can literally sleep in a volcano
Puerto de la Cruz has Loro Park, a zoological garden boasting an amazing array of animals that can keep the family amused for hours. Boat tours will show visitors the whales and dolphins living in the waters beside the city.
One of the most famous spectacles in the area is the black sand beach. This is a strange and beautiful spot, but an outing there will leave you streaked with black!
Activities in Town
The Archaeological Museum features a fascinating collection of artifacts from the ancient Guanche culture, including several mummies. There are also many other items from various periods of the past, and those who want to learn about the history of the island and Puerto de la Cruz should not miss this spot.
Puerto de la Cruz is full of historic architecture, and just walking around the town gives a glimpse of the past. There are many famous buildings such as the Iglesia de San Francisco, the Ermita de San Juan and the Castillo de San Felipe.
