Cruz de la palma: Santa Cruz de La Palma

Pico de la Cruz is set aside from this place and there are two parking spaces on either side of the summit. Anyone who wants to see a bit more than just one glimpse down into the Caldera will park there and try to reach the summit. The southern approach is more difficult as it involves block scrambling across the basalt blocks which make up the summit. The northern approach, however is easy and well beaten by the many boots which walk it every day. On top of Pico de la Cruz you find a small cabin, erected as a meterological station. It is closed and thus not much use for the trekkers which intend to stay overnight.

Pico de la Cruz is a stormy peak. Usually north-eastern trade winds push the clouds across the crest through the saddles to both sides but sometimes, when western winds prevail, the air is channelled into the Caldera, where it rises and gets rid of its humidity by heavy rains. As Pico de la Cruz stands in its way it gets the most of this precipitation. However, weather is a local affair on all the Canary Islands and you can witness wonderful days on the summits nearby even though Pico de la Cruz is hidden in clouds. Usually, however, when evening falls the clouds retreat to reveal cold and starry nights.

(Close to the) summit panorama

Somehow I didn’t manage to get a real summit panorama. 360° were out of the question, thanks to the meterological station on the very top. Moreover, clouds spilled over the caldera rim, so that the only reasonable panoramas I have are from some 20 – 30m beneath the summit block.

Getting There

Pico de la Cruz from Pico de la Fuente Nueva

La Palma, like all the other Canarian Islands can easily be reached from almost all major European airports. The airport is rather small and compared to Tenerife or Gran Canaria air trafic is rather low. Only Iberia has regular flights but all year round you’ll be able to book charter flights. The airport itself is located on the eastern coast of the island, almost at its centre.

There are several trailheads which can be used to climb the mountain. All lie on LP-4, the high mountain road which connects Santa Cruz de La Palma with Garafia and which serves to support the astronomical observatories on top of the caldera. Pico de la Cruz is located directly above the road and the shortest access is from small parking lots to either side of it. More interesting trailheads are at Pico de la Nieve 5km to the southand Roque de los Muchachos, 5km to the west.

• Follow LP-1 from the airport through the capital of Santa Cruz.
• After the city, at El Morro, LP-4 turns off to the left (west). There are signs for the observatories at Roque de los Muchachos.
• Follow the winding road towards Pico de la Nieve, Pico de la Cruz or Roque de los Muchachos.

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The summit of Pic de la Cruz is part of the Parque Nacional de la Caldera de Taburiente. This means on the inside of the park boundary you are not allowed to leave the trails or to camp in the vicinity of the summit. Depending on the weather, leaving the trails can be rather dangerous. The caldera is composed of rather loose rocks and in wet or stormy conditions many a rock fall will occur.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not much of a problem. Though there are no campgrounds on the island, hotel rooms and apartments (or number of beds) exceed the actual number of travellers by a ratio of 3:1. Every European travel office will be able to book hotel rooms and apartments for you. Or you can simply use google to find good offers. Often rural fincas can be much less expensive than the regular tourist offers though quality might be more of a problem.

Weather Conditions

Usually all year round the Canarias have the same weather with little alterations: north-eastern trade winds which deposit fog and dew on the north-eastern slopes of the islands. The eastern and southern parts usually are very dry and there you’ll get some hours of sunshine each day. Especially on the higher islands like La Palma you usually don’t have to worry about weather too much. The mountaintops will stick out of the clouds.

Punta de los Roques and Pico Bejenado

Now here’s the problem: We spent two vacations on La Palma in late February 2005 and late December 2009. Both times we had fierce western winds which were loaded with moisture. We had torrential rain for hours on end and several times couldn’t even drive by car because the roads were flooded. In these conditions anything can happen in the mountains!

There are no reliable weather forecasts for the mountain regions of La Palma. Often a cloudless day turns into a foggy one within half an hour. Forecasts for the coastal regions, however are available. You have to subtract 0.7°C for every 100m of altitude so that Roque de los Muchachos will still be near freezing when the coasts have already fine and sunny beach weather. The following table gives a little overview about the average weather data of the capital of Santa Cruz:

Month

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Avg. day temp.[°C / °F]

21 / 70

21 / 70

22 / 72

22 / 72

22 / 72

24 / 75

25 / 77

26 / 79

26 / 79

26 / 79

24 / 75

22 / 72

Avg. night temp.[°C / °F]

15 / 59

14 / 57

15 / 59

16 / 61

17 / 63

18 / 64

19 / 66

21 / 70

21 / 70

19 / 66

18 / 64

16 / 61

Water temp.[°C / °F]

19 / 66

18 / 64

19 / 66

19 / 66

19 / 66

20 / 68

22 / 72

23 / 73

22 / 72

22 / 72

21 / 70

20 / 68

Sunny Hours / Day

5

6

6

7

8

9

10

9

8

6

5

5

Maps & Books

Maps

I have used a fantastic map by Freytag & Berndt which shows all of the many hiking and biking trails of the island. With its scale of 1:30000 it is still large enough to be usefu for car tours as well. Moreover here you will find all the new designations and acronyms (which were changed some few years back).

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Santa Cruz de La Palma

Exploring Santa Cruz de La Palma is like visiting an art gallery. As such, the capital of La Palma is nothing short of ravishing with its colorful colonial homes made even more vibrant by balconies with gorgeous and captivating flowering plants. Even its cobblestone paths complement well with its traditional architecture, radiating a mix of typical Canarian and Carribean feel.

What’s more, this second largest city of La Palma is oozing with rich maritime flavor. Its volcanic sand beach offers a serene therapeutic vibe. Meanwhile, yachts dot the marina as well as luxury cruise ships.

On the whole, strolling from the promenade to the inner streets is a sensation-filling experience. This place steeped in history treats visitors young and old to a delightful glimpse of the island’s bygone era.

Beautiful Balconies with Flowering Plants in Santa Cruz de La Palma – ©rh3010

A Look into the History

Situated on the east coast of La Palma, Santa Cruz is a city with an illustrious past. It traces its history back to the 15th century when Alonso Fernández de Lugo conquered the island. From that point on, it became an important port on the route between Europe and Spain’s colonies in the Americas.

The port city reached its peak during the 16th century when it became the third most important maritime port in the continent, after Seville and Antwerp. With a flourishing export hub, it attracted a large number of merchants and bankers, thus the mansions by the promenade. All these and more contributed to the fact that Santa Cruz is, today, one of the best cities to visit in the Canary Islands.

Things to Do in Santa Cruz de La Palma

The city and municipality’s glorious past still lingers in the air. Travel back in time and get lost in Renaissance era churches, remarkable museums, and Flemish art pieces. Wander along its twisting back streets and admire the unique set of rustic balconies that are sure to brighten up a gloomy day.

Avenida Maritima

Avenida Maritima is the bonbon of Santa Cruz de La Palma. Stroll down the cobblestone streets and take in the riot of colors from brightly-painted houses. Soak in the wooden balconies adorned with a variety of blooming plants – which makes for a truly delightful sight. These nicely-preserved colonial homes are not open to visitors except for some that its owners transformed to charming little restaurants and shops.

Continue further south to the promenade. Here, visitors can enjoy the fresh sea breeze and stop at the Castle of Santa Catalina. This military fortification helped defended the city from the pirates and corsairs in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Camino Real

Camino Real is more than just the city’s main highway. Mostly cobbled, it is where the main shops, squares, and interesting buildings are. Wandering from north to south, it is not hard to gain an insight into the capital’s history and culture. After all, almost every structure on this street stands a testament to the centuries-old tradition of the Canary Islands.

A Walk Back in Time on Cobblestone Streets – ©acongar

Calle O’Daly

The quaint cafes, jewelry shops, and souvenir stores are what makes Calle O’Daly stand out from the rest of the city. This road, dubbed as the shopping street of Santa Cruz, is the perfect place to take back a little something of the island back home. It is also worth noting that the famous designer Manolo Blahnik hails from this city, so shoe-lovers are in for a treat. Overall, the immaculate cobblestone pedestrian street is perfect for a stroll anytime of the day.

Plaza España

Sitting on the north of Calle O’Daly is the palm-shaded Plaza España. The square, regarded as one of the most remarkable Renaissance architecture in the archipelago, also serves as the nerve center of the city. It houses some of the most prominent buildings including the impressive 16th-century Town Hall. On the other side are the historic Church of El Salvador and a beautiful bronze statue of Manuel Diaz in the middle.

Insular Museum of La Palma (Museo Insular)

Step back in time at Museo Insular, an excellent museum housed in a former 16th-century monastery. Wandering around, visitors will find a diverse range of exhibits from Guanche skulls to impressive shell and coral collection. The museum also holds galleries of 20th-century paintings and contemporary art.

The Naval Museum (Museo Naval)

When in Santa Cruz, it is hard to miss the full-size ship that looks stranded. But this ship, a replica of Christopher Columbus’ Santa Maria, is the Naval Museum. It features a permanent exhibition of ancient maps and sailing knots. Also, the museum retells interesting stories revolving around the sugar industry on the island during the Spanish conquerors’ time.

Santuario de la Virgen de Las Nieves

Take an easy hike north of the city to see La Palma’s primary object of pilgrimage. Santuario de la Vigen de Las Nieves boasts fabulous baroque interiors. It’s Mudejar-carved ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and eye-catching sculptures are the precursor to the Virgin Mary herself. This 14th-century figure is the oldest religious statue in the Canary Islands. Sitting peacefully on an elevated spot surrounded by greenery, the area also offers splendid views over Santa Cruz.

Getting to and Around Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz de La Palma, on the eastern side of the island, is accessible by ferries. From the main port, several ships sail to other islands in the Canaries.

Meanwhile, those who are not comfortable with traveling through the waters may take the convenient inter-island plane. The airport in Villa Mazo is only 6 kilometers from Santa Cruz. From here, travelers can hire cars and take LP-5, LP-2 and LP-20 motorways. Otherwise, they may take the efficient public bus. Route 500 takes passengers from Punto Limpio to La Recova bus station in less than 30 minutes.

Santa Cruz de La Palma Map

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The only major port on the island is in Santa Cruz de La Palma. Thus, it is the usual first or sometimes the only stop on visitors’ itineraries. Its beauty is enchanting at every corner. As such, it is no wonder why those who’ve set foot on its streets don’t ever want to leave or wish to stay a little longer. It’s a good thing the city has an extensive list of excellent accommodations fit for every visitor’s need.

Hotel San Telmo

This stunning 2-star hotel is set in a beautifully restored 17th-century building. One of the best boutique hotels in the city, it only has eight rooms that make for a more intimate experience. Admire the contemporary decorations of the chambers, some have balconies overlooking the flower-filled gardens while others have ocean views. The property also serves daily breakfast and has a bar where drinking is allowed all throughout the day. Book Now!

Parador de La Palma

Set in glorious isolation on the hillside of Breña Baja is Parador de la Palma, an oasis of rural tranquility. This traditional Parador is proud of its friendly and efficient service, comfortable rooms, good food and an air of colonial grandeur. The exterior is adorned by wooden balconies, and there is an open patio garden that overlooks the city of Santa Cruz and the Atlantic Ocean. Book Now!

Apartamentos La Fuente

For those who prefer convenience and proximity than serviced rooms, Apartamentos La Fuente is the place to be. Located in the city’s main pedestrian street, this complex is just a stone’s throw away from restaurants, bars, and shops. It also offers free WiFi, cozy rooms, and a rooftop sun terrace. Unfortunately, this four-story building does not have elevators, so guests will have to endure climbing up and down with the use of stairs. Book Now!

Bars and Restaurant

The port city of Santa Cruz features a wide variety of food choices featuring the most mouthwatering dishes of the island. There is a multitude of not-to-miss dishes, including papas arrugás con mojo (boiled salted potatoes) and bienmesabe (sweet made from egg yolks, ground almonds, and sugar). All these can be washed down with delicious, high-quality local wines.

Enjoying Coffee On a Lovely Day – ©tasfoto

Enriclai

Dining at Enriclai feels more like visiting old friends who happen to be great hosts and cooks. With only four tables set in a 200-year old building, the atmosphere is delightfully intimate and friendly. Carmen, the owner-cum-chef, offers a choice of dishes that alters daily according to what is fresh in season. Furthermore, their local wines complement the delicious meal perfectly.

Chipi-Chipi

Sporting a laid-back atmosphere with a budget-friendly menu, Chipi-Chipi is a local favorite. This hill-top restaurant caters to visitors from all walks of life for all kinds of events and celebrations. Among its extensive cuisine selection, diners should not miss their steaks and barbecue dishes. Those who fancy some fresh air while feasting on their dish may dine in the restaurant’s charming rustic courtyard.

Restaurante Parrilla Los Braseros

Los Braseros is a well-loved hill-top steakhouse. Experience dining under tamed vines and in a garden in full bloom while savoring the ocean view. They also cater to specific dietary requirements of their guests, offering gluten and dairy free food, among others. Also notable are the owner and staff who make visitors feel at home with their warm and friendly service.

A Place Where History and Arts Meet

There is a plethora of reasons to fall in love with Santa Cruz de La Palma. Declared as a Property of Cultural Interest, this city is where history and arts meet and harmoniously blend together. Its rich past translates so well with its beautiful colonial architecture and style. Also, the quaint restaurants, vibrant shops, and excellent holiday rentals add up to its appeal. Whether guests are into soaking up some stories from the past or wanting artsy inspiration to fuel their crafts, they are sure to be entranced by this La Palma jewel.

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Guide to Santa Cruz de La Palma

Santa Cruz de la Palma (Spanish for “Holy Cross”) is located in the eastern part of the island of La Palma in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands (Spain).
The city was founded by Alonso Fernandez de Lugo on May 3, 1493 years. The city originally served as a port, connecting routes in North and South America, exporting goods such as sugar cane. The city was sacked by pirates and was later rebuilt and fortified against future pirate attacks.
This splendid past has left in the historic quarter of Santa Cruz de La Palma a valuable heritage of palaces, colonial buildings and houses with typical elements of traditional Canarian architecture, such as wooden balconies.

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Santa Cruz de la Palma is a small town in Spain, located on the island of La Palma and is the capital of the island. La Palma is the greenest and most picturesque of the Canary Islands. The Canary Islands are, of course, eternal summer, unsurpassed natural conditions, magical and affordable holidays. There is no industry on the island, and life here proceeds measuredly and calmly, which is immediately transmitted to visiting tourists.

Once the town of Santa Cruz de La Palma was a major port and served as a transit point between America and Europe. Nowadays, this small town with many old buildings and narrow streets welcomes tourists from all over the world. Dali Street and Salazar Palace, the 16th century old town hall of Ayantamiento and Plaza de España, the Church of the Holy Light and the House of Tobacco are interesting places in the city that are definitely worth a visit.

Places such as Plaza de España , attract a large number of tourists. On this small triangular square in the city center is Church of the Savior with a high bell tower, built in 1503. On the other side of the square stands City Hall with an arcade in the style of the Italian Renaissance. In Santa Cruz de La Palma, a fortress has been preserved that protected the city from pirates. An amazing life-size model of Columbus’ ship Santa Maria is used as Maritime Museum .

Fans of outdoor activities can walk along incredibly beautiful routes on foot, where you will meet trees and ferns, which can rightfully be considered real living fossils.

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Santa Cruz de La Palma cruise port / Santa Cruz La Palma

In terms of port infrastructure, Santa Cruz de La Palma is 100% deja vu with the port of the same name on the island of Tenerife. It turns out that both ports with the same name (except for the last word) are operated by the same office. The same concrete wall-pier, protecting the passenger long pier from the waves. Only here on the wall is additionally depicted the relief of the island of La Palma, reminiscent of a heart. The same blue and green lines on the pavement leading from the city to the ferry and cruise piers. Same ferry lines and flight schedules between the two islands.

The town itself is small, so cruisers usually leave it for later after returning from long-distance excursions around the island. Free shuttle buses run in the port, which will “throw” cruisers to the city center. In the morning, a sightseeing train for those cruisers who decided to just explore the port capital and its suburbs arrives at the pier, closer to the liner.

Also on the pier there is a stand of official licensed taxis that offer trips around the island to all the viewing platforms that you yourself indicate on the map.

Preparing to visit La Palma, I faced the problem of finding a Russian-speaking guide on the island. Sometimes it seemed easier to find a Russian-speaking guide on the African island of Madagascar than on the Canarian La Palma.

He asked for help in organizing a sightseeing tour of La Palma for us with an ascent to the highest point of the Taburiente volcano, Elena Orlova, who lives on the island and her name flashed in search engines. But not as a guide.

Unexpectedly, she agreed to help us personally! One could only dream of such a creative person (singer, assistant director, “collective farmer” growing organic flower teas) and just a charming woman in love with the island of La Palma to show us the island of La Palma.

This is how, on the morning of April 9, when we got off the ship, we could personally pay our respects to Elena Orlova. She was already waiting for us with a rented Nissan minibus and a licensed driver from autosislaverde.

Our main goal on the island of La Palma was to climb the Taburiente volcano. The top point of the crater is called Roque De Los Muchachos. It is located in the center of the island at an altitude of 2426 meters. A huge crater with a diameter of 8 kilometers and a perimeter of almost 30 kilometers is clearly visible on the satellite map.

There is a trace of a tongue of lava flowing down the left (west) side. Now in this place on the ocean coast is the fishing village of Tazacorte (Tazacorte). In general, all this is now called the national park “La Caldera de Taburiente”.

So we started our trip to the top of Roque De Los Muchachos. The 30-kilometer crater itself is visible only from space
and only the imagination can draw a picture of driving a car along the crater and all the cliffs, this is just a small part of the volcano’s mouth. Mountain serpentines are very, very winding. Stops periodically to photograph general views.

In the Church of Santuario De Nuestra Senora De Las Nieves, you don’t have to light a candle yourself. The coin is lowered and the electric candle automatically lights up.

So that tourists do not spontaneously arrange impromptu parking and do not interfere with traffic, civilized viewing platforms-miradors are organized. A sort of “parking pockets” on the highway, where you can park for a while, go out to enjoy and take pictures.

Therefore, conventionally, a trip to natural attractions on each Canary island can be called a trip to miradors: from one mirador to another mirador. So, Mirador De Los Andenes became the first official observation deck when climbing to the top of the Taburiente volcano.

The famous astronomical observatory on the island is considered #1 in the world. It is located at an altitude of more than 2000 meters above sea level. Clouds are almost always lower, blocking and absorbing the light of electric lamps coming from below from settlements.

Therefore, this observatory has the most ideal natural conditions for observing the night sky, distant planets and dangerous asteroids. The observatory complex consists of several huge mirror antennas and spherical telescopes.
Astronomers sign up here a year in advance.

And now, after a couple of hours of unrestrained and hysterical roar of the engine of our minivan, overcoming one steep mountain serpentine after another, we have reached the top point of our excursion. Viewpoint Roque De Los Muchachos at an altitude of 2426 meters.
On the one hand – the appearance of the ocean, sky and observatory. On the other hand, an internal view of a 700-meter-deep gorge in the center of the alleged crater.

Views of the inner gorges and cliffs are also interesting because of the clouds that live their own lives. Crawling on the mountain peaks inside the caldera, they flow down the slopes of the crater.

The observation deck is not the highest point here. To get to the real Roque De Los Muchachos, you still have to walk a few hundred meters along special paths.

The sun is mercilessly hot at the top, so you should definitely cover yourself with sunscreen. And the wind there is hurricane – it blows away specifically.

Our next destination is the fish restaurant and the beach in Tazacorta. On the way, another Mirador – Barranco De Garome.

Then Mirador De El Time. Located at an altitude of 534 meters above sea level directly above the Aridane Valley, Los Llanos and Tazacorte beach. This is the most cultivated observation deck. There is a monument to the local figure Don Candido Eloy Garcia Brito, a restaurant with a panoramic view, a spyglass, etc.

We descended from the observation deck several kilometers along a mountain serpentine, passed the town of Las Lianos and here we are at our second goal. Tazacorte beach is one of the best beaches on La Palma. As the island itself is not as overcrowded with tourists, the beaches are not as crowded as compared to Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The sand is black, volcanic. The water was invigorating, you can’t swim in it for a long time.

Playa Mont is located on the Tazacorte promenade and specializes in seafood. The restaurant is decorated in a cruise marine theme: a lifebuoy, a bell – a ship’s bell and, of course, fish delicacies on the table.

The choice of the fish menu was so varied and Elena Orlova patiently explained to us the essence of the ingredients of each dish, that in the end we decided to take the entire menu for one tasting portion, and then ask for additional dishes we liked. In addition to fish delicacies, for the Palmer (and Canarian) table, goat cheese (especially fried) and grilled jacket potatoes prepared in a special way are obligatory. Beer drank local brand “Dorada”.

The taste of fish dishes cannot be expressed in words. Forgive me the chef of the perfect cruise cuisine “AIDAsol”, fresh seafood is always better than frozen.

Palmer cuisine is a special treat. Fish of all stripes, shrimp, cuttlefish, squid, specially cut and cooked either in batter, or breaded, or deep-fried, or in a bag of dough, or in some kind of sprinkling. In general, I have never seen or tried such a flight of fancy as it is prettier and tastier to make fish stuffing. Plus sauces: green, red from local herbs and olive oil, etc.

And for dessert – a three-layer barakito coffee with foam and condensed milk. Canarian condensed milk is no worse than Rogachev’s. Eh, we didn’t have time to buy a couple of jars in the store, take it with us

After an exotic fish lunch, it’s time to set off on the way back, but not through Taburiente, but in a different way – through the REFUGIO DE EL PILAR nature reserve and the tunnel, so that along the way you can see a few more iconic places for the island of La Palma.

In the town of El Roso there is a small church Pino de La Virgen, built on donations from patrons. There, icons with biblical scenes hang on the walls, made in volume with a 3D plasticine effect. The courtyard and the area around the church are in themselves also an observation deck – a mirador.

We drove up, or rather, returned from the other side to the port town and the observation deck – Mirador de La Conception.

The central part of the island’s capital is typical of any seaside towns. Embankment-promenade, side narrow streets, souvenir shops, city hall and central square.

Answering the question “Why is the local wine, malvasia, so expensive?” the granny saleswoman proudly replied, “Vary Special!” Very special.

The time of the tour flew by quickly. Of course, only one day tour of Caldera de Taburiente is not enough to fully explore the island. La Palma is waiting for the return of tourists for at least a few days in order to systematically visit all the miradors and volcanoes (and this is not only Taburiente, but also several smaller brothers).

It’s time to get all aboard. With gratitude, we take the final joint photo with Elena and the driver, who have become hospitable guides for us around their island! See you soon!

We will definitely return to green La Palma!

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Santa Cruz de la Palma – frwiki.wiki

For the articles of the same name, see Santa Cruz and La Palma.

Santa Cruz de La Palma is a municipality in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands in Spain. It is located on the east coast of the island of La Palma, of which it is the capital.

The city covers an area of ​​43.38 km ² . Its highest point, 300 m, is San Pedro. It has a population of 16,184 (2014) at a density of 373/km².

Summary

• 1 Geography
  • 1.1 Location
  • 1.2 Divisions
  • 1.3 Municipality villages
  • 1.4 Access
• 2 History
• 3 Demographics
• 4 Legacy
• 5 Notes and references
• 6 See also
  • 6. 1 Related articles
  • 6.2 External link

Geography

Location

Divisions

The city is divided into 9 quarters :

• La Luz
• San Telmo
• San Sebastian
• El Puente
• Benahoare
• La Alameda
• Calle Real
• El Pilar
• El Marchito

A on the outskirts:

• Velhoco
• Las Nieves
• La Dehesa
• La Encarnacion
• El Planton
• El Carmen
• Mirka

Municipality villages

• Santa Cruz de la Palma (14,160)
• Miranda (1039)
• Lomo del Centro (252)
• Velhoko (111)
• Juan Mayor (198)
• Cuesta del Llano de la Cruz (198)
• Lomo Espanta (157)
• Los Alamos (145)
• El Planto (130)
• Las Tierritas (118)
• Llano Grande (104)
• El Posito (97)
• Las Toscas (67)
• El Morro (72)
• Castling of Arriba (74)
• Barranco del Rio (50)
• La Verada (68)
• La Portada (74)
• Candelaria (58)
• Las Nieves U19
• Lomo de los Gomeros (12)
• Eldorador (9)
• El Fronton (5)
• Las Lajitas U16

The number of inhabitants of each village in 2007 is indicated in brackets.

Access

• By boat: Ferries connect the city with Cadiz, Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Arrecife.
• By plane: The airport in La Palma is just over 7 km south of the city on the LP-138 road and the LP-1 highway.

History

Royal sanctuary of Notre Dame de Neige, patron saint of La Palma.

Santa Cruz de La Palma was founded at on May 3, 1493 by Alonso Fernández de Lugo. Then it was located on the banks of the river, near a cave called Tedote (today Cueva de Carias, north of the city). Named Villa del Apurón, the city was a port on the sea route to the Americas and exported products from the island such as sugarcane. Santa Cruz de La Palma was attacked and destroyed by pirates. It was rebuilt and fortified to protect it from future attacks. Among the most famous fortifications – Castillo de Santa Catalina and Castillo de la Virgen .

During the rise of fascism in Spain and the civil war in 1936, Santa Cruz de La Palma resisted and remained loyal to the Republicans until the arrival of the Gunners Canalejas le. 25 July .

During the transition to democracy in 1975 and free elections in 1979, the city was one of the first to elect a communist mayor from the CPE.

The municipality hosts the Royal Sanctuary of Notre-Dame-des-Nèges, the patron saint of La Palma. Every 5 years Bajada de la Virgen is celebrated in her sanctuary in the highlands in the city center. Every year on August 5, the feast of the Snow Virgin is celebrated.

Demography

Year	Population	Density
1900	11 000	–
1976	15.515	–
1980	18 000	–
1984	18. 509	–
1991	17 205	–
1996	17 265	–
2001	17 265	401.51 / km²
2002	18 228	–
2003	18.201	216.26 / km²
2004	17 857	399.4 / km²
2005	17 788	412.35 / km².
2006	17 640	406.64 / km².

Legacy

Santa Cruz de la Palma seen from the sea

Houses and balconies on Avenida Maritima in Santa Cruz de La Palma. March 2019.

Notes and links

1. ↑ Instituto Canario de Estadistica

See also

Related Articles

• List of municipalities in the Canary Islands
• List of municipalities in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife

External link

• Website of the City Hall of Santa Cruz de La Palma

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