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    Las Palmas (UK: / ˌ l æ s ˈ p æ l m ə s,-ˈ p ɑː l-/, US: / ˌ l ɑː s ˈ p ɑː l m ə s,-m ɑː s /; Spanish: [las ˈpalmas]), officially Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, is a Spanish city and capital of Gran Canaria, in the Canary Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean.

  2. Feb 20, 2024 · Discover the sun, sea and historic legacy of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, a diverse city with a mix of European, American and African cultures. Explore its beaches, museums, cathedral and more with spain.info's guide and events.

  3. Exploring the City of Las Palmas. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the capital of the island, is located in the north-eastern part of the island set in magnificent scenery composed of two bays and their beautiful beaches – Playa de las Canteras and Playa de las Alcaravaneras .

    • Casa-Museo de Colón. This fascinating museum documents Columbus’ voyages and features exhibits on the Canary Islands’ historical role as a staging post for transatlantic…
    • Catedral de Santa Ana & Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro. The spiritual heart of the city, this brooding, grey cathedral was begun in the early 15th century, soon after the Spanish conquest, but took 350 years to…
    • Playa de las Canteras. The fine 3km stretch of yellow sand is magnificent, and is considered by many to be one of the world's best city beaches.
    • Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnología. This 21st-century museum is full of things that whir, clank and hum. In a revamped green-painted 19th-century dockside warehouse in Parque Santa Catalina,…
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  5. Apr 12, 2024 · 10 essential things to see and do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. 12/04/2024 - Ruth & Jorge. In this article we are going to talk to you about what to see in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, capital of the island of Gran Canaria and the province of Las Palmas.

  6. Things to Do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain: See Tripadvisor's 164,825 traveller reviews and photos of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

  7. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, or just Las Palmas, is the capital of Gran Canaria, the largest city in the Canary Islands, and one of the largest cities in Spain. In 2018, it had about 380,000 residents. Like for example Rio de Janeiro and Miami Beach, Las Palmas is famous for its urban beaches, of which there are five.