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Puerto de la Cruz is a city and municipality in the northern part of the island of Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. It was formerly known by its English translation, "Port of the Cross", although now it is known by its Spanish name in all languages. Puerto de la Cruz is located on the northern coast, 4 km (2 mi) northwest of La Orotava and 30 km (19 mi) west of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The TF-5 motorway passes through the municipality. The population is 30,483 (2018). In Spanish, the local inhabitants are known as Portuenses. With an area of 8.73 km2 (3 sq mi), the municipality is the smallest in Tenerife. The elevation of the town's centre is 9 m (30 ft) above sea level and the highest point being Las Arenas, a volcanic cone with an elevation of 249 m (817 ft).

One of the main attractions in Puerto de la Cruz is the stunning black sand beach of Playa Jardin. The beach is surrounded by lush gardens and palm trees, creating a picturesque backdrop for a day of sunbathing and swimming. Another must-see destination is the Loro Parque, a world-famous zoo where you can see a variety of exotic animals, from dolphins to tigers.

Puerto de la Cruz is also home to the famous Martianez Pools, a complex of seawater pools that were designed by renowned artist Cesar Manrique. The pools are not only a great place to swim and relax, but also offer stunning views of the ocean and the surrounding mountains.