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Arona is a vibrant municipality in Spain, located more exactly in the Canary Islands, in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife province, on the Tenerife island. The history of Arona goes back a long time, but a church was not built here until the 17th century. Arona saw an economy boost in the 20th century, when the city became a popular tourist destination. Until then, its economy was based on fishing and agriculture. According to the 2004 census, Arona has a total population of 59,375 residents and spans on a total area of 31.58 square miles (81.79 sq km). Arona is a great provider of cultural and recreational opportunities that people of all ages will certainly enjoy.

Top Attractions within Arona

The Central Park of Arona (Parque Central de Arona) is a beautiful city park spanning on 4 hectares. As it was designed by biologists and architects, the park is home to a wide collection of tropical palms. It also has a rocky section with the original endemic flora native to Arona. This recreational place brings the nature to the core of the city.

Los Cristianos is located in the municipality of Arona, between the cone of the mountain Chayofita and the greater mountain Guaza. It has become one of the major tourist centers on the island's south coast. Over the last decades, the resort has known some major upgrades and it has become a bustling place for tourists.

Las Galletas is a fishing village located between Los Cristianos and the Tenerife South Airport. It is also a great tourist resort, as it is home to the beach on Playas de Las Vistas, which has been refurbished with sand from the sea, thus becoming one of the longest beaches on the island.

Restaurants. Arona is filled with fine dining opportunities. There are many restaurants where you can enjoy a great culinary experience, such as Abordo, Las Gangarras, Los Tarajales, El Rincon del Arroz, Rincon del Marinero, La Estancia, La Barca, Fortuna, and many others.