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Las Palmas

Las Palmas is the capital of Gran Canaria and is located in the north east of the island.

Las Palmas was founded in 1478 and as such has an abundance of culture and heritage. In fact the oldest section of town, Vegueta, was in 1990 named as a world heritage site by UNESCO.

These days Las Palmas is a thriving city full of tourism and European flavour and boasts three great beaches as well as some interesting museums.

Las Palmas is also famous for being the city in which both Canarian wrestling (Lucha) and Canarian lateen sailing originated.

The most populous city in the Canary Islands and the political capital (along with Santa Cruz) of the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands, Las Palmas is also the ninth largest city in all of Spain. If you are looking for an exotic place that is still civilized, you need to look closely at all that Las Palmas has to offer. Almost half of the people who live on the Canary Islands live in the city. Still, it has a lot of great resorts to offer travelers from all over the world. Below we are going to go into a little more about Las Palmas and all it has to offer.

Here is a look at some of the favorite destinations and attractions at Las Palmas.

• Museums - If you are into history in a big or small way, there are quite a few great museums around the city that you should look into if you visit.
• Theater - The city also has a very active theater if you are into seeing live shows. No matter when you visit, you are sure to find something to your liking.
• Cultural Events - There are quite a few cultural events that happen during the entire year, so depending what you are into, you are sure to find something to enjoy.
• Beaches - Las Palmas is also known for its great beaches. With four beaches available, there is something for everyone.
• Parks - In addition to all the beaches that Las Palmas has to offer, there are many different parks available to visit.
• Sports - Depending on the time of year you visit, there may also be local sporting events that you can attend.
• Architecture - Whether it is a cathedral or another large structure downtown, Las Palmas has a lot of great buildings and architecture to admire.
• Arts - In addition to the theater being big in Las Palmas, there is also a thriving art scene for those who are into the arts.

As you can see, Las Palmas, Spain has a lot for travelers. No matter where you are coming from in the world, there is a very good chance you are going to find something of value at Las Palmas. With a subtropical and semi-arid climate, the area is a favorite destination of many different types of travelers. If you love the beach and outdoor activities but you also want some culture and a fun nightlife in a bustling city atmosphere, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the place for you.

"Real de Las Palmas" was originally founded by Juan Rejón on June 24, 1478. In 1492, Christopher Columbus stopped by the Canary Islands - including Las Palmas - on his way to the Americas. Over the years, the port city played a big part in the shaping of world affairs in the area - especially when the Suez Canal was shut down in the late 20th century. Las Palmas is the sister city of San Antonio, Texas, but people from cities all over the globe have traveled to the port city of Las Palmas for business and pleasure both. These days, it is still a very popular tourist destination in the area.