Culture of Puerto de la Cruz. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Puerto-de-la-Cruz is the oldest resort in Tenerife, it strikingly differs from neighboring beach resorts. The primary number of habitants live exactly here, also there are a lot of important historical objects. The city’s symbol is excellent Charko square, whose main decoration is statue of God’s Mother. All the national celebrations and important events are organized at the square; near it is possible to see several interesting touristical objects, popular restaurants and shops.

Among religious sights it is important to note the church Nuestra Senora de la Pena de Francia, almost every night there are wedding ceremonies in this church. It is noted for attractive appearance and luxurious internal decoration, a lot of romantic legends and stories are concerned with this sight. On the resort’s territory several important armed constructions are kept, there is the medieval stronghold San Felipe among them.

Several centuries ago it protected the seaside territory from the number of pirates and conquerors, this castle saved the city’s and habitants’ destiny for several times. The age-old fishing port will be beautiful place for walking on foot. It hasn’t been changed for the last hundred years: here it is still possible to see the fishermen’s boats arriving, and near the port district there is good fishing market. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

One of the most beautiful architectural monuments is Casa de la Real. In spite of the fact that it is the monument of the later period, this effective building looks quite harmonically next to old ones. A lot of historical houses were rebuilt to entertaining establishments and shops, and this fact makes the walking more pleasant.

So, Casa de Miranda is another curious historical monument. Today in this dimensioned and beautiful palace there is famous national restaurant and also perfect souvenir shop. Also Casa Abaco and Casa Iriarte palaces attract travelers’ attention; there are beautiful old houses almost in every resort’s street. One of the most popular establishments of the city is concert hall Fiesta-Canaria, where different musical and folklore events are organized.