Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Capital city in Gran Canaria, Spain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capital city of the Canary Islands situated on the northeastern coast of Gran Canaria with a natural harbor. The city extends from the shoreline inland and upward across several levels, with the oldest core near the water and newer areas climbing the slopes.
The city was founded in 1478 by Juan Rejón under the Spanish Crown and quickly became a base for the conquest of the islands. The harbor grew over centuries through its position in Atlantic trade routes.
The Vegueta quarter displays narrow streets and merchant buildings that reflect the city's role as a trading hub between continents. Visitors can see how this historical function shaped the layout and character of the oldest district.
The waterfront and city center are accessible throughout most of the year, and the climate remains mild. The port is close to the center, so most places are within walking distance or a short bus ride.
Christopher Columbus made several stops in the city during his Atlantic voyages. The Casa de Colon museum documents these visits and the connection between the city and early travel to the Americas.
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Playa de Las Canteras
1.5 km
Cathedral Basilica of St. Ann
3.4 km
Bandama Caldera
10.3 km
Church of San Juan Bautista
9 km
Estadio Insular
308 m
Idolo de Tara
3.5 km
Teatro Pérez Galdós
3.1 km
Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
1.8 km
Castillo de la Luz
2.5 km
Casa de Colón
3.3 km
Jardín Botánico Canario Viera y Clavijo
7.7 km
El Confital
3.6 km
Poema del Mar Aquarium
1.9 km
Woermann Tower
2.1 km
Canarian Museum
3.5 km
Museum of the City and the Sea Castillo de Mata
2.4 km
Alcavaneras
484 m
Castillo de San Francisco
2.7 km
Castillo de San Cristóbal
5.2 km
Gabinete Literario, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
3.1 km
Pueblo Canario
827 m
Town hall Las Palmas
3.3 km
Elder Museum of Science and Technology
1.6 km
Museo Néstor
824 m
Mercado de Vegueta
3.3 km
Parroquia de San Francisco de Asís
3 km
Casa-Museo Pérez Galdós
3 km
Ermita de San Antonio Abad
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