Los Cristianos, the vibrant hub of the south

Posted September 17th, 2008 by admin

Tenerife has grown fast over the last 30 years, and it is a measure of the quality of Los Cristianos that it has added a bright modern look while retaining its character and thriving as a working port.

The smiling face of Los Cristinaos is the stunning man made Las Vistas beach (above) . stretching 862 metres in a golden crescent around the Atlantic. Everything a visitor or local could want is here, water sport and fun boat hire at each end of the beach, the San Telmo commercail complex looking down with its tier of bars and restaurants, and even special areas to ensure that disabled swimmers get to share in the joys of bathing and swimming.

Crossing under the small tunnel, you arrive at the old beach near the port. This is still a busy centre of commerce with fishing boats bringing in their catch and ferries linking Tenerife to the other Canary Islands. Behind the beach the tight old streets have some great shops and restaurants to explore in the shade and the church plaza is a focal point for fiestas and live music.

Moving inland a little, modern developments have added to the buzz of Los Cristianos, but a glance up will reveal the mountains, a reminder of the rugged beauty of the island, and a gateway to many small villages where more charms await.