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The island is home to CB Gran Canaria – a basketball club playing in Liga ACB at the Gran Canaria Arena, with a capacity of 11,000. This Guide also includes lots of information of what to see and do in the many rural villages and towns, with suggestions of where to enjoy local specialities. The beach is around 670 yards/meters long, providing plenty of room. Its slope is gentle, and the beach is ideally protected from the waves. This combination makes it an ideal place for both scuba diving and snorkeling.

Plans for a Tren de Gran Canaria railway network linking the capital with the south have been approved by both the Gran Canaria Cabildo and the autonomous Canary Islands' Government, though the discussion with the central Spanish Government hinges now on budget. The planned 57km (35mi) railway line would run between Las Palmas and Meloneras, with the section in the capital running entirely underground as far as the suburb of Jinámar. The line is planned to have 11 stations, including an underground station at Gran Canaria Airport. The scheme was first announced in 2009, with a planned operational date in 2015. A public company called Ferrocarriles de Gran Canaria has been formed by the Cabildo's Gran Canaria Transport Authority. Plans were still being discussed in 2018. [34] [35] Climate [ edit ] Meloneras also offers an excellent sandy beach. This ideal location in which to sunbathe features a peaceful setting in crystal clear Atlantic waters. Private stays: Harizan apartment(patio, sea views, a seating area, satellite TV) • Seaside Villa - Agaete(300 m from Punta Gorda Beach, offers access to a patio and free private parking)The Canary Islands’ economy largely depends on tourism, which accounts for about 30% of the region’s GDP. About 12 million tourists visit the Canaries annually. The islands’ major attractions are the beaches and climate, while the chief attraction is Teide National Park. The main exports from the islands are tobacco and banana, with Europe and the Americas as the main market. The archipelago’s GDP was valued at €45.72 million in 2018 and has experienced tremendous growth since the 1980s, with the GDP having doubled between 1990 and 2018. Foreign direct investment, especially in tourist hotels, and European funds were the main economic drivers during this period. Part of this charm comes from the local law that requires all of the whitewashed houses to showcase either brown or green shutters and doors or blue doors and white walls if they are located in the port. Here you can choose from cafes, restaurants, bars, and shopping centers lining the promenade. They provide dining choices from around the globe. International cuisine is complemented by incomparable sunsets. Consider avoiding Gran Canaria’s tap water. Technically, it’s safe to drink but locals tend to just cook/wash their teeth with it and use bottled water for everything else. The island doesn’t have many natural water sources and much of the water is desalinated sea water, full of chlorine and other minerals, which doesn’t taste great… Road markings

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the capital of the island, is the biggest city of the Canary Islands and the ninth of Spain. Free Motion Bikecenter San Agustín, Hotel Gloria Palace, Calle Las Margaritas S/N, 35100 San Bartolomé de Tirajana Visitors also have a selection of fine seafood restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops along the promenade. The second tiniest village on Gran Canaria is Tejeda. This turns out to be the geographical center of the entire island. You will find the Cross of Tejeda here that marks the 5,184 feet (1,580 meters) point in the mountain pass.

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Best Hotels: Gloria Palace Amadores (luxury spa hotel) • Riu Vistamar (all-inclusive, children's playground) In the south there is a large bird park, Palmitos Park, as well as many beach resort communities. Resorts are concentrated in the central eastern part of the southern coast in the Maspalomas area, which includes the towns of San Agustín, Playa del Inglés and Meloneras. The Maspalomas Dunes are located between Playa del Inglés ("The Englishman's Beach") and the distinctive 19th century Maspalomas lighthouse. Playa del Ingles is home to the Yumbo Centre, [42] which was opened in 1982 and has almost 200 shops, including bars, restaurants, cafes, fashion boutiques, electronic outlets and jewellery stores. Pliny claimed that the island was named for the dogs on the island, of which two were presented as a gift to Juba, King of Mauretania. [10] This opinion is disputed as when the Europeans arrived on the island, no dogs were found. [10] Another source suggested the way the natives ate fish was doglike and this was the reason for its name. [10] A more plausible assumption is that the islands name derives from the people Canario or Canarii living near the Atlas mountain range. [11] Jean de Béthencourt named the island Gran Canaria as the people on the island were valorous opponents to his conquest. [11] Geography [ edit ] Topography of Gran Canaria Gran Canaria 3D Bike Rental Arguineguin, Free Motion Bikecenter Arguineguín, Viera y Clavijo 1, 35120 Arguineguín (Mogán)We have been involved with Discovery Walking Guides (DWG) who have produced what we believe is the best map available for hikers in Gran Canaria. The map has a scale of 1 to 50000 and covers the complete island. The 6th edition is now available, and includes many new hiking trails and more information about the newly signposted routes and much more.

It may only have a circumference of 235 kilometres, but it’s got a great network of cyclist friendly roads that will easily keep you busy for a week! How many days do you need in Gran Canaria? In general, the north of Gran Canaria is cooler and wetter than the south. The mountainous areas in the center of the island also tend to be cooler and more humid. The east coast tends to be more windy, while the west coast is more sheltered. Best Hotels: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa (beachfront luxury resort) • Hotel Cordial Mogán Playa (Canarian style complex) Heading west along the southern coast is the fishing city of Arguineguín in the Municipality of Mogán. Arguineguin used to be a tiny fishing village. In recent years, the working port has grown into a tourist resort. Today it includes hotel complexes that are modern. Somehow the town has kept its original center and character.The island possesses 32 Natural Protected Spaces, [41] notably the Rural Park of Nublo, The Doramas Jungle, the Azuaje Ravine, Tamadaba, Pino Santo, etc.