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If you are thinking about holidays in Tenerife, you are probably imagining days spent relaxing on a beach and evenings partying in packed bars - but not every destination on the island is like that. Santa Cruz, for example, is a very different proposition, as it offers all the authentic attractions you would expect to find in a city on the Spanish mainland, while still benefiting from the glorious Canary Islands climate. You will be able to enjoy beautiful beaches and lively nightlife during cheap all inclusive holidays in Santa Cruz, but a break in Tenerife's capital can also be a cultural experience if you want it to be. It enjoys a stunning location arcing around Santa Cruz Bay and overlooked by mountains and you will never be short of great views here. The site of the city has been inhabited for around 2,000 years and there is history to enjoy at every turn. The area close to the port is known as the historic quarter and you will discover a host of beautiful buildings here. The 16th century church of the Iglesia de la Concepcion is one of the most striking structures on the island and the area round it is packed with old houses and grand squares. There are also two castles to visit in the city, which is evidence of how important it was to the early transatlantic trade routes. The 16th century Castillo de San Cristobal is now a museum, while the imposing 17th century Castillo Negro stages regular re-enactments of battles. If you wish to enjoy the weather during your time in Santa Cruz, you don't have to head to the beautiful Playa de Las Teresitas beach. The capital has a number of idyllic parks to explore, including the botanical gardens of the Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. You are also sure to want to take a stroll through Parque de La Granja and see the formal gardens, fountains and statues at Parque Garcia Sanabria. Of course, no visit to a Spanish city can be considered truly authentic until you have tried some of the local cuisine. And if you want a change from eating at the hotel, you will find lots of traditional restaurants in Santa Cruz. You can feast on Canarian delicacies such as rabbit in salmorejo sauce, ropa vieja stew, shark and tortillas. And, of course, there are plenty of local wines and liqueurs to sample during your meal. For the best deals on holidays in Tenerife, take a look at what lowcostholidays.com have to offer. We have cheap all inclusive holidays in all the island's main resorts, as well as the rest of the Canaries.
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