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Information about the region Gran Canaria
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In terms of area, Gran Canaria is the third largest of the Canary Islands. Gran Canaria has a population of nearly 830 000 inhabitants, making it the second most populous in the island group, after
Tenerife. The island's capital is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which is the largest city in the Canary Islands with a population of more than 380 thousand inhabitants. Each year about 2.8 million
people travel to Gran Canaria, especially the tourist destinations in the south of the island like Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and San Agustín. Gran Canaria is also a popular tourist destination for
gays.Climate
In the north of the Island the weather is usually hot, but sometimes cloudy. The average temperature ranges between 22 and 26 º C. In the winter it is sometimes rainy and the climate is more humid and warm.
The South has a much dryer climate and sun for almost all of the year making it much hotter than the North. A study by Syracuse University in New York says Palmas de Gran Canaria is the city with the best climate in the world.
Language
The official language is Castilian Spanish.
Country and People
History
Before the conquest of the Spanish in the fifteenth century, the Guanches lived on the island. However, it is not known exactly from when the Guanches populated the island. They lived in caves and round houses built of stone.
It is believed that the name of Gran Canaria from the Latin word "canis", meaning dog, since the island was populated by dogs. It may also come from the Berber tribe of north eastern Africa called the “Canarios.”
On April 29, 1484 the Spanish governor Pedro de Vera announced the end of the war. Since then the island has been part of Spain.
Before the conquest of the Spanish in the fifteenth century, the Guanches lived on the island. However, it is not known exactly from when the Guanches populated the island. They lived in caves and round houses built of stone.
It is believed that the name of Gran Canaria from the Latin word "canis", meaning dog, since the island was populated by dogs. It may also come from the Berber tribe of north eastern Africa called the “Canarios.”
On April 29, 1484 the Spanish governor Pedro de Vera announced the end of the war. Since then the island has been part of Spain.
Getting Around
Airport
The Gran Canaria airport is located in the east of the island, about 18 kms south of the capital Las Palmas and about 25 kms north of Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and San Agustín.
Public Transport / Infrastructure
Puerto de la Luz, which is in Las Palmas, is the most important port on the island. From there you can take a ferry to Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, El Hierro and Madeira. Gran Canaria also has a good system of highways, expressways. There is also a good bus network. In 2001 they will start work on their new rail system.
The Gran Canaria airport is located in the east of the island, about 18 kms south of the capital Las Palmas and about 25 kms north of Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and San Agustín.
Public Transport / Infrastructure
Puerto de la Luz, which is in Las Palmas, is the most important port on the island. From there you can take a ferry to Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, El Hierro and Madeira. Gran Canaria also has a good system of highways, expressways. There is also a good bus network. In 2001 they will start work on their new rail system.
Discover and Enjoy
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EventsOn the 8th of December the Island celebrates its main festival, the Feast of Nuestra Señora del Pino, who is the patron saint of the island of Gran Canaria. The Island is also famous for its carnival in Las Palmas. Eater is also a big celebration here.
Culinary delights
A typical island specialty “las papas con mojo” is potatoes with gravy. “Las papas son patatas” are the typical potatoes of the island served with a spicy sauce. The chorizo is also something that should not be missed.
Things worth seeing
Gran Canaria is a popular tourist destination, especially due to its beautiful beaches. One of the main beaches of the island is located in Maspalomas, especially famous for its sand dunes. However there is much more to do here than just lying on a beach. Go inland and you will discover beautiful mountains and canyons, with exiting mountain trails. The island capital Las Palmas has two beaches, a large port and a marina. It is worth taking a tour of the port. In the old town, visit the Cathedral of Las Palmas and the Museo Canario. There are also many restaurants in the busy streets. Also Worth visiting, the Parmiter Park which is a botanical garden and a zoo.
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We stayed over Christmas with our two children in this hotel. Accommodation, food and the pool (heated) everything was okay. The devaluation lead the obstructed area, you are right on the street. Also on the way to the beach you have to walk on the busy street. Many ways you can only go with the (many stairs) difficult. This also applies to the hotel. The entertainment for the children was rather mediocre unlovingly, at this time of the year ' is' Gran Canaria the immediate vicinity. Read more
in December 11
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Boris, Age 41-45, Family
Read 1222 times - 33% helpful
Over Christmas and new year are been in this hotel, thought it was one of the best hotels, which we have ever had on Gran Canaria, great service, very clean, super friendly staff, nothing is too much in demand. The menu for Christmas and new year's Eve was very good. Even the kids were in the hotel, have a Santa Claus committed for each child had a small surprise. A tip for people good value for money want. This hotel is at least four stars value. The cleanliness of the room in hotel December... Read more
in December 11
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Cris, Age 41-45, Family,
Proof of booking provided
Read 264 times - 100% helpful
The hotel is informal, very friendly, clean and well organized, the staff very friendly and helpful. The furnishing has gotten old and needed to be replaced, as well as the lobby. It was a nice time, nice people, good mood! Read more
in December 11
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Petra Christine, Age 51-55, Solo/single
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Garden area was very clean and well maintained, very nice view of the sea, very friendly staff... Hotel and rooms are in need of renovation, 'heated' pool was very cold-unfortunately no beach ☹ Read more
in January 12
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Monika, Age 41-45, Family
Read 799 times - 50% helpful
Had a fantastic holiday staying in the Neptuno hotel.The staff were very helpful and friendly.Rooms were modern and very clean.Food was great with lots of choice.It was worth upgrading from half to all-inclusive.Will be staying there again inn 2012! Read more
in June 11
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Andrew, Age 36-40, Couple
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