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
Category: History
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