Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
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Beaches
British Tourists Choose Spain New Easter Records and Unexpected Leaders
Spain strengthens its position among British tourists during Easter. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Benidorm rank in Europe's top…
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Culture
Filming of El caballero de los Siete Reinos to restrict access to unique Spanish location
Major preparations for filming El caballero de los Siete Reinos are beginning in Gran Canaria. Authorities will limit access to…
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Culture
García Montero Triggers Scandal over Battle for EU Cultural Capital Status
Spain faces heated debate after support for Granada in the European Capital of Culture competition. A public official’s decision sparked…
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Children
A Rare Italian Female Name Surprises Spain’s Statistics
Only 68 women in Spain bear the name Brunella. It appears more frequently in the Canary Islands than in other…
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Courts
Spain Appoints a Judge Who Defied Age Stereotypes
Spain now has a judge who stands out as an exception in the entire system. His age and journey to…
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Culture
Carnival in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 2026 Neon, Shows and Unexpected Changes
In 2026, the carnival in Las Palmas promises to be the brightest of the past decades. Organizers are preparing major…
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Analysis
Spain Reports New Surge in Femicide Alarming Statistics for 2025-2026
In 2025, 47 women and three children were killed in Spain. Four new cases of femicide have already been confirmed…
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Demographics and Population
71-Year-Old Woman Evicted From Yacht in Las Palmas for Violations
A pensioner was forcibly evicted from her yacht in Las Palmas. Authorities cite safety concerns, leaving the woman homeless. Find…
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Culture
Las Canteras Sand Nativity Celebrates 20th Anniversary and Features on Lottery Tickets
The anniversary Sand Nativity opens in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, with its image to appear on six million national…
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Courts
Twenty Years of Struggle: Las Palmas Residents Battle Carnival and Concert Noise
For two decades, Las Palmas has seen an ongoing standoff between residents and authorities over carnival noise. Court rulings shift,…
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Culture
When Will Christmas Lights Shine in Spanish Cities in 2025?
Find out when Christmas lights will be switched on across Spain's major cities in 2025. The article includes date listings…
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Cities and Regions
Seven Spanish Cities Lead Housing Demand in 2025
Spain is witnessing an intense battle for living space. Housing demand in major cities is reaching unprecedented heights, with prices…
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Жилье
Canary Islands Authorities Impose Five-Year Limit on Short-Term Housing Rentals
The Canary Islands have passed a law regulating short-term rentals. The new rules cap the proportion of tourist apartments, with…
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Courts
Large-Scale Property Power of Attorney Scam Uncovered in Spain
Twenty-two people have been arrested for their involvement in a sophisticated real estate fraud scheme. The perpetrators used forged documents…
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Incidents
Mass Fish Die-Off on Gran Canaria: Beaches Closed to the Public
A sudden die-off of marine life off the coast of Gran Canaria has forced the closure of beaches. The cause…
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Children
International Child Trafficking Network from Canary Islands to France Uncovered in Spain
Eleven people have been detained in Spain over illegal child transportation. Four of those arrested are already in custody. The…
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Children
Hundreds of Underage Migrants from the Canary Islands Moved to New Centers
The forced relocation of underage migrants from the Canary Islands is raising concern among guardians and children. Decisions are being…
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Analysis
Rental Demand Shifts to the Suburbs of Madrid and Barcelona
Spain's largest cities are seeing a growing interest in rental properties in their suburbs. New data shows a shift in…
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Economy
Doubts Over Mask Procurement in the Canaries: Officials Disputed Price and Transparency of the Deal
The Canary Islands authorities signed a mask supply contract worth 12 million euros. Officials voiced concerns about inflated costs and…
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Economy
Housing Rent in Spain Soared Nearly 11% in a Year: Where Are the Highest Rates?
In October 2025, rental prices in Spain jumped by almost 11%. The trend varies across regions. Major cities have seen…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the largest city on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain. Located on the eastern coast of the island, the city is renowned for its beautiful sandy beach, pleasant climate, and well-developed infrastructure. Key attractions include Santa Catalina Park, the famous Christopher Columbus monument, the Belle Epoque center, as well as numerous museums and galleries. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is also an excellent destination for swimming, surfing, and other water sports, as well as for strolling along its picturesque streets and enjoying local cuisine, especially fresh seafood.