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Santa Cruz is both the administrative centre of the western
Canary Islands and the capital of Tenerife. Located on the
northeast cost it is a bustling city and shipping port (one
of the busiest in Spain and deepest in the world). The
enormous harbour holds many container ships, cruise liners
and inter island jet foils and ferries.
Situated in a large natural bay, it has a stunning backdrop
of mountains (Anaga mountains) that are over 1000 metres
high. The city does not offer very much for the sightseeing
tourist but is an excellent base for exploring the northeast
of the island.
Shopping is excellent and most visitors begin at the Plaza
de España on the seafront and work their way up Plaza de
Candelaria, which offers excellent international brands at 'tax
free' prices.
The Island Tourist Board is located in the city and here you
can collect maps, street plans and other information.
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