The exotic island of Tenerife, part of the Canary archipelago, allows even the most discerning travelers to relax in comfort. There are places for recreation of a variety of formats, ranging from luxurious villas and nightclubs to secluded, quiet coves, national parks, ancient architectural monuments.
One of the most famous resorts on the island is the town of Puerto de la Cruz. It differs from the noisy Las Americas by its calm atmosphere, abundance of green picturesque areas, and pleasant prices.
When compared with the fashionable resorts of the southern part of Tenerife, northern Puerto de la Cruz has its own unique look. Lovers of aesthetic relaxation, a calm promenade among the picturesque Spanish streets, fans of eco-tourism prefer to relax here.
For some period, it was Puerto de la Cruz that was the capital of the island. But after the active development of the southern coast began, as a result of which Las Americas, Los Cristianos appeared, as well as a new airport, from where it was possible to get to the beaches faster, the status of the main city was lost.
Puerto de la Cruz has an unmistakable Canarian city atmosphere, which is rated by many more than fashionable beaches or vibrant nightclubs. Perhaps that is why there are fewer Russian-speaking tourists in Puerto de la Cruz. Here Germans and British prefer to rest, who do not like to waste money, but prefer to receive quality service at reasonable prices.
One of the features of Puerto de la Cruz is the abundance of restaurants serving traditional Spanish cuisine. The reason for this is following the tradition of visiting catering establishments at least once a day. It is in Puerto de la Cruz that you can taste delicious dishes from freshly caught seafood, enjoy atmospheric interiors, and a leisurely meal.
The weather in Puerto de la Cruz is slightly cooler than in the south due to higher humidity levels. But those who cannot stand the heat will feel comfortable here. In addition, high humidity contributes to the abundant development of all kinds of vegetation. The city is literally buried in exotic greenery and flowers.
And, of course, it is the northern part of Tenerife that is suitable for surfing. There are higher waves, which undoubtedly attracts a large number of fans of extreme water sports. To enjoy a relaxing swim in Puerto de la Cruz, artificial lakes or hotel pools are usually used.