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Tourist Information
Tenerife is one of the Canary Islands, situated off
the coast of Morocco (north west Africa) and under Spanish governance. The
elevation of Tenerife ranges from sea level to 3,718 metres (12,198 feet), with
varying terrain. Several small rivers originate in the mountains of the island.
In the northeast is Pinar de la Esperanza, a eucalyptus and pine forest. The
volcanic Mount Teide is the highest point and occupies the main part of the
island.
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The soil is fertile, and agricultural products include dates, coconut
palms, fruit, grain, maize, tomatoes, cotton, sugar, and grapes. Tourism is
particularly important to the economy. Santa Cruz de Tenerife, capital of the
province, is the largest city and principal seaport of Tenerife. The name means
"snowcapped mountain" in Guanche.
For more information visit the official web site
of the Canaries Tourist Office at http://www.canaries-live.com
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Population:
670,000
Capital City: Santa Cruz de Tenerife
People: Spanish - Castilian
Religion: Roman Catholic
Language: Spanish |
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Time
Difference: GMT+1 (GMT from 25 Oct
to 27 Mar)
Health Risks: None, however up to date tetanus and polio
vaccinations are recommended. Long term visitors should consider Hepatitis
A immunisation.
Flight Times from the UK: 2/3 hours hours |
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Currency: Euro
Banks: Banks are open weekdays between 09.00
hrs and 14.00 hrs, however between June 1 and October 31 they close 1 hour
earlier on Saturdays.
Tipping: Not
necessary when a service charge is added to the bill, otherwise 5-10% of the
bill in restaurants or metered fare in taxis
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Tourist Office phone
number: Tel: 0207 486 8077 Visit http://www.canaries-live.com
for further details.
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Places to visit in Tenerife
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Teide National Park
Loro Parque
Barranco del Infierno
Beaches
Lunar Landscape
The Cliffs of Los Gigantes (The Giants)
Pyramids at Güimar
Anaga mountains
La Laguna |
La Orotava
Puerto de la Cruz
Santa Cruz
Northwest Tenerife
Los Cristianos
Playa de las Américas
AquaPark
Masca |
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