Gran Tarajal

Gran Tarajal was built up around a port from were once, all the island's tomatoes were shipped. Today, though, they are mainly exported through Puerto del Rosario.
 

Gran Tarajal town

The town itself steps back up the sides of a steep valley and from the harbour, it's possible to see almost all of the streets and alleyways of this bustling town. Many of the roads are steep and narrow leading to traffic congestion although work is being carried out to alleviate the problem.

There is a lovely 20th century church built besides shady palms and a beautiful fountain with six sea horses. Gran Tarajal itself is built at the mouth of the Rio Gran Tarajal although this is dry most of the year.

Gran Tarajal has all the infrastructure of a major town and there are a number of fairs, concerts and events held throughout the year.

Shopping in Gran Tarajal

There are a wide range of shops in Gran Tarajal but beware this a a typically Spanish town and apart from the restaurants, shops end to close in the afternoon for siesta.

Gran Tarajal beach

Gran Tarajal boasts an impressive sweeping beach - albeit of black sand - and an even more impressive promenade.

It is packed full of local restaurants which pay little lip service to tourism - just the place to try a little authentic Canarian cooking.

Gran Tarajal harbour

The new harbour has fishing and sports facilities and hosts an annual deep sea fishing competition in September.

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