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Introducing Los Gigantes & Puerto de Santiago
These two towns have merged into one, and a worrying number of cranes can only mean more building is under way. At least the majority are low-rise apartments that look very humble indeed next to the awesome Acantilados de los Gigantes (Cliffs of the Giants) rock walls that soar up to 600m out of the ocean along the northern coast. The submerged base of these cliffs is a haven for marine life, making this one of the island’s supreme diving areas.
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The best views of the cliffs are from out at sea (there’s no shortage of companies offering short cruises) and from Playa de los Gigantes, a tiny volcanic beach beside Los Gigantes’ port that offers a breathtaking view and the excellent Restaurante Marinero Jesse. If you are looking for more sun-bed space, head to Playa de la Arena, a larger volcanic beach in Puerto de Santiago. Both resorts have a large British expatriate community, which means plenty of restaurants serving beans on toast.
The tourist office (922 86 03 48; Calle Manuel Ravelo 20, local 35; 9am-3.30pm Mon-Fri, to 12.30pm Sat) is on the 2nd floor of the shopping centre across from Playa de la Arena.
Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
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