Tenerife can boast an incredibly beautiful coniferous wood Esperanza. You can admire its beautiful cedars, eucalyptus, and unique Canarian pine, which is found nowhere else in the world. Walking there is a real recreational event since the air is saturated with eucalyptus vapors and other rare components. The abundance of caves is a distinctive feature of Tenerife. The Wind Cave is the largest in Europe and the …
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Beach leisure fans will be happy to know that all beaches of Tenerife are municipal. Even if there's a luxurious hotel near, its beach is open for public access. Extra fee may be charged for beach equipment or showers. The best known and the most beautiful beach of the island is Las Teresitas situated in the city of Santa Cruz. It’s hard to believe that this picturesque and elegant beach is a man-made one; it …
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4. The official language is Spanish; many local people are also fluent in English. You should definitely learn a few simple phrases in the local language to show respect for local traditions and culture; this will be appreciated by locals. 5. Mains voltage is 220 V, in some small hotels current can be variable. You may need adapters and connectors for some electrical appliances; you can buy them at any local …
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The end of the Carnival is very amazing and heart-stirring. The last day of the festival is called ‘The funeral of sardines.’ The huge figure of fish made of papier-mache is burned on one of the city squares; the process is accompanied by the loud cry of local residents and visitors of the Carnival. This comical and touching ritual signals the end of the Carnival, but the next day locals begin …
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Rather unusual and interesting treat is salmorejo; this dish is prepared of rabbit complemented with a generous side dish of boiled potatoes. It’s worth to tell a few words about this vegetable. It it is grown on local plantations in large quantities; culinary connoisseurs say that the local potato has a superb taste, so simple and affordable dishes of it are very popular among tourists. Gourmets have to …
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Travelers shouldn’t limit the program of Tenerife vacations by staying at local beaches and hiking, as there is a tremendous amount of interesting entertainment options on the island. In Adeje there is a famous Siam Park water park decorated in Thai style. It is ready to offer visitors a wide choice of entertainment including beautiful pools with an abundance of water attractions, an interesting floating …
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Spain - moving around the country
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There are about 40 airports in Spain. The largest air harbor is the airport in Catalonia called “Barcelona”. This airport has a traffic of about 50 million people a year. It operates in areas within the country. There are also a number of international flights. “Barcelona” also accepts cargo shipments. Free buses run between the terminals. A special underground electric train also operates to transport passengers. The airport has a variety of restaurants and cafes, lounges, offices of international and state banks, shops and souvenir shops within its territory. You can get to the capital by using a shuttle bus, taxi or the subway.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Spain
These days, Valencia welcomes no less beautiful holiday, the festival of Fire. A ritual procession bring flowers to the Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary. A huge panel of bouquets is made. After that, the holiday begins. Two weeks after Easter, a large agricultural fair takes place in Seville. It turns a city into a real celebration of Andalusian culture. The famous flamenco music sounds all nights long. Dancers wearing national costumes come out to the streets; sounds of castanets are heard everywhere. A corrida, which gathers the mightiest matadors of the world, takes place these days. Barcelona celebrates the day of San Jordi on April, 23. A theatrical battle with dragons is performed on the streets. After that, it is customary to give bouquets of red roses to all women, whether you know them or not.
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