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THIS 2023 LIVE THE TENERIFE CARNIVAL!
07/02/2023
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The Carnivals of the island of Tenerife are one of the most anticipated and vibrant parties of the year. With its origin in pre-Hispanic times, the carnivals of Tenerife have evolved over the centuries to become a party full of color, music, fun and joy.
With different festivals taking place in different parts of the island, Tenerife's carnivals attract thousands of tourists and locals each year, who come to enjoy the comparsas parades, costume contests and live music. Definitely, the carnivals of Tenerife are a unique and unforgettable experience for all those who seek to enjoy the culture and tradition of the island.
We tell you about 3 famous Carnivals that you can enjoy on your next visit to Tenerife:
Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
February is a month in which fun is presented in every corner of the island, in which music, costumes and entertainment cannot be missing. That is why the only obligation for anyone who comes to Tenerife in February to enjoy Carnival is dancing and having fun!
And of course, like every year in the Canary Islands, thousands of people gather on the island of Tenerife to enjoy the best known as “Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife", and this 2023 you can't miss it! (Remember that it is celebrated between Friday, January 20 and Sunday, February 26).
As a notable data, did you know that The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the most important in Europe and the second in the world? So don't hesitate for a moment and come to Tenerife!
Some of the main attractions of this festival are the Parade of the Bullring, the Burial of the Sardine and the Mogollones. Likewise, honey soups, pumpkin French toast and carnival tortillas are among the gastronomic specialties of these special days.
During the carnival, there is a series of galas and events that take place in different places of the city. Some of the most popular events include the "Great Carnival Gala'', which is the main parade of costumes and floats of the week and gathers thousands of people in the streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to see the participants parade with their costumes and floats.
In addition, there are other events such as the "Galas Queen and King of Carnival", where the queen and the king of Carnival are chosen, and the "Chirigota Gala", where singing and humor groups perform. There are also different costume and float contests, a murga contest, and parties and dances in different locations on the island.
Mascarita Ponte Tacón, Puerto de la Cruz"
The character of Mascarita Ponte Tacón is known for its joy and their participation in Carnival parades and events. It is a figure that symbolizes the joy and good energy of the party and strives to cheer up the spectators and participants.
The Carnival of Puerto de la Cruz is one of the oldest and most emblematic in Spain and attracts thousands of people every year. In addition to Mascarita Ponte Tacón, there are other traditional characters that are also an important part of the festival.
If you have the opportunity to visit Tenerife during Carnival, do not hesitate to join the party and meet Mascarita Ponte Tacón and the other traditional characters of the party.
Carnival of the South, Tenerife
The Carnival of the South of Tenerife has its roots in the ancient carnivals of the island, which were celebrated in the south of Tenerife in the 19th and 20th centuries. It is celebrated in the south of Tenerife and it is a party that is exclusive to this area, which gives it an unique and special character. The most famous are Los Cristianos and Los Gigantes among others.
One of the highlights of the Carnival of the South is the parade of comparsas, in which groups of participants dressed in elaborate costumes walk through the streets of the area, dancing and singing. Every year, the Carnival of the South has a different theme which is reflected in the costumes and floats of the comparsas. This allows the participants to show their creativity and ability to represent the chosen theme.
This festivity is an important part of the cultural heritage of Tenerife and is recognized as one of the most important events on the island. It is an opportunity to preserve and transmit the tradition and culture of the area to future generations.
If you have already decided, and you are going to come to Tenerife to live a magical Carnival, do not hesitate to stay in one of our 5 star hotels: The Terraces of Abama Suites or The Gardens of Abama Suites. Both will be a magnificent choice for a perfect stay, both in location and in services and facilities. Do you already know the spectacular Melvin Restaurant by Martin Berasategui? It's a great delight for the palate!
With different festivals taking place in different parts of the island, Tenerife's carnivals attract thousands of tourists and locals each year, who come to enjoy the comparsas parades, costume contests and live music. Definitely, the carnivals of Tenerife are a unique and unforgettable experience for all those who seek to enjoy the culture and tradition of the island.
We tell you about 3 famous Carnivals that you can enjoy on your next visit to Tenerife:
Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
February is a month in which fun is presented in every corner of the island, in which music, costumes and entertainment cannot be missing. That is why the only obligation for anyone who comes to Tenerife in February to enjoy Carnival is dancing and having fun!
And of course, like every year in the Canary Islands, thousands of people gather on the island of Tenerife to enjoy the best known as “Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife", and this 2023 you can't miss it! (Remember that it is celebrated between Friday, January 20 and Sunday, February 26).
As a notable data, did you know that The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the most important in Europe and the second in the world? So don't hesitate for a moment and come to Tenerife!
Some of the main attractions of this festival are the Parade of the Bullring, the Burial of the Sardine and the Mogollones. Likewise, honey soups, pumpkin French toast and carnival tortillas are among the gastronomic specialties of these special days.
During the carnival, there is a series of galas and events that take place in different places of the city. Some of the most popular events include the "Great Carnival Gala'', which is the main parade of costumes and floats of the week and gathers thousands of people in the streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to see the participants parade with their costumes and floats.
In addition, there are other events such as the "Galas Queen and King of Carnival", where the queen and the king of Carnival are chosen, and the "Chirigota Gala", where singing and humor groups perform. There are also different costume and float contests, a murga contest, and parties and dances in different locations on the island.
Mascarita Ponte Tacón, Puerto de la Cruz"
The character of Mascarita Ponte Tacón is known for its joy and their participation in Carnival parades and events. It is a figure that symbolizes the joy and good energy of the party and strives to cheer up the spectators and participants.
The Carnival of Puerto de la Cruz is one of the oldest and most emblematic in Spain and attracts thousands of people every year. In addition to Mascarita Ponte Tacón, there are other traditional characters that are also an important part of the festival.
If you have the opportunity to visit Tenerife during Carnival, do not hesitate to join the party and meet Mascarita Ponte Tacón and the other traditional characters of the party.
Carnival of the South, Tenerife
The Carnival of the South of Tenerife has its roots in the ancient carnivals of the island, which were celebrated in the south of Tenerife in the 19th and 20th centuries. It is celebrated in the south of Tenerife and it is a party that is exclusive to this area, which gives it an unique and special character. The most famous are Los Cristianos and Los Gigantes among others.
One of the highlights of the Carnival of the South is the parade of comparsas, in which groups of participants dressed in elaborate costumes walk through the streets of the area, dancing and singing. Every year, the Carnival of the South has a different theme which is reflected in the costumes and floats of the comparsas. This allows the participants to show their creativity and ability to represent the chosen theme.
This festivity is an important part of the cultural heritage of Tenerife and is recognized as one of the most important events on the island. It is an opportunity to preserve and transmit the tradition and culture of the area to future generations.
If you have already decided, and you are going to come to Tenerife to live a magical Carnival, do not hesitate to stay in one of our 5 star hotels: The Terraces of Abama Suites or The Gardens of Abama Suites. Both will be a magnificent choice for a perfect stay, both in location and in services and facilities. Do you already know the spectacular Melvin Restaurant by Martin Berasategui? It's a great delight for the palate!
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