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Carnaval in Santa Cruz

Get ready to let loose and party like there's no tomorrow, because it's carnaval time in Santa Cruz de Tenerife! This vibrant city knows how to throw a good celebration, and their annual carnaval is no exception.First, let's talk about the history of carnaval in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The city has been hosting carnaval celebrations since the 18th century, with the first official carnaval taking place in 1825. Over the years, the event has grown and evolved, becoming one of the most important and well-attended carnavals in the world.Now, let's talk about what you can expect from the carnaval in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The celebration is a two week-long event, packed with non-stop music, dancing, and colorful costumes. The main event is the grand parade, where participants decked out in elaborate costumes and masks march through the streets, accompanied by live music and floats.
The parade is truly a spectacle to behold, with vibrant colors and lively performances that will have you dancing along.But the parade is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the carnaval in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The entire city comes alive during the celebration, with parties and events happening everywhere you look. From street parties and live music performances to costume contests and dance competitions, there is always something happening. And let's not forget about the food and drink - the carnaval is a great opportunity to indulge in traditional Canary Islands cuisine and sample some local wines and beers.One of the most unique and exciting aspects of the carnaval in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the "elections" of the carnaval queen and king. This is a highly anticipated event, where a panel of judges selects the most beautiful and talented individuals to serve as the "royalty" of the carnaval. The queen and king are then paraded through the streets on a float, and they play a central role in many of the carnaval events throughout the week.
Of course, no carnaval celebration would be complete without some good old-fashioned partying. And the carnaval in Santa Cruz de Tenerife delivers on that front as well. From intimate clubs and bars to massive street parties and open-air concerts, there is something for every taste and preference. And with the warm of Canary Islands weather, you can party all night long without getting too cold.All in all, the carnaval in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a celebration that you don't want to miss. With its vibrant costumes, lively music, and non-stop partying, it's an experience you'll never forget. So pack your bags, grab your dancing shoes, and get ready to join in the fun at one of the most exciting carnavals in Spain. Olé!Carnaval program 2023 - PDF

5 Things You Didn't Know About Tenerife

- The largest shadow on the sea! El Teide's shadow throws the largest shadow of a mountain-volcano on the sea, both at sunrise and sunset. The rapidity with which the rise from the coast to the top happens results in an exceptional verticality, which casts its shadow on the nearby islands, which makes it the largest shadow in the world on the sea.- Agatha Christie in the island. In February 1927, overwhelmed by the pressure of the press in her country after the death of her mother and her divorce, she decides to travel to the Canary Islands with her daughter. She stayed at the mythical Hotel Taoro (now non-existent), where she took walks and gatherings in her gardens and where she wrote the novels The Blue Train and The Enigmatic Mr. Queen.- The longest volcanic tube in Europe! The Cueva del Viento, in Icod de los Vinos, is Europe's and almost the world's longest volcanic tube, with only the volcanic tubes in Hawaii surpassing it. These 18 kilometers of three strata of magma were produced by the eruption of Pico Viejo 27,000 years ago. Its interior is home to 190 species, 15 of which are unknown to biology. It's a fantastic location with a segment that may be explored with the help of experienced guides.- Hollywood on the island? Many Hollywood movies have been shot on the island of Tenerife, which is why you can see it in films like Jason Bourne, which was shot in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Fast and Furious 6, which used various locations in the north of the island, and Clash of the Titans, which was shot in the canyons of El Teide.- There was a larger dragon tree than the "Millennium Drago" of Icod. There was a dragon tree in the municipality of La Orotava, in the north of Tenerife, that exceeded in size the famed Drago Milenario de Icod de los Vinos. In 1867, a storm destroyed this Drago.
This dragon tree is depicted on the shield of the municipality of La Orotava, demonstrating its importance.Join our FB Community for more articles like this one!

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