On the 9th of November, the press conference to present this ninth edition took place where, once again, we commemorated the visit of the most read writer of all time to our city, her life and work, as well as her influence on the world of literature. Over the next few days, we will have READ MORE
Category: History
Agatha Christie Festival Program of Events
The International Agatha Christie Festival 2023 full program of events is now available!
Plaza del Charco
Considered the beating heart of the town, Plaza del Charco (as it is known by the locals) is a large, tree covered square located close to the harbour in the seaside town of Puerto de la Cruz in the North of Tenerife. Whilst there is no definite date for the construction of the square it READ MORE
A Week of Mystery and Suspense with Agatha Christie
Everyone is invited to join the International Agatha Christie Festival to participate in adventures full of excitement and enigmas! Missing it would be a crime! 🗓 Date: November 13-19, 2023 🕒 Time: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 📍 Location: Municipal Market of Puerto de la Cruz. Get Directions
Elevador de agua de Gordejuela
Perhaps one of the most fascinating abandoned and derelict buildings on the island of Tenerife – certainly in the north of the island anyway – is the old pumping station on the coastline near the village of Los Realejos, known locally as “El Elevador de Aguas de Gordejuela” or “Casa Hamilton”. History of the Building READ MORE
El Peñon del Fraile
One of Puerto’s little gems and a special place for the town’s locals is El Peñon del Fraile. A huge volcanic rock, a product of the eruption of the Taoro volcano in 1430. The gigantic rock slid down cliffs and slopes until it practically reached what was formerly the coast of Puerto de la Cruz, READ MORE
Punta Brava and Iglesia de Santa Rita
Join us for a brief yet enchanting journey through Punta Brava, a serene coastal neighborhood in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, and the hidden gem, Iglesia de Santa Rita. In this short video, we’ll take you on a leisurely walk, allowing you to experience the beauty, history, and tranquility of this picturesque area. Experience the READ MORE
Puerto de la Cruz – Gran Hotel Taoro Reconstruction Project
An aerial view of the reconstruction of Gran Hotel Taoro in Puerto de la Cruz. Saturday 30th September 2023.
Virgen del Carmen
WHERE IS PUERTO DE LA CRUZ? Puerto de la Cruz is in the north of the island of Tenerife and located in the municipality of the same name (which is actually the smallest municipality on the island). The town is about 30 kilometres west of the capital town of Santa Cruz, and approximately twenty minutes READ MORE
Admiral Horatio Nelson and his defeat at Santa Cruz, Tenerife
The 25th July 2022 marks the 225th anniversary of the defeat of Rear Admiral Horatio Nelson in the Battle of Santa Cruz in Tenerife which took place in 1797, and marks the well known loss of Admiral Nelson’s right arm. It almost also marked the end of his career wit the British Navy. SOME READ MORE