Arico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arico
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Municipality and town
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Punta de Abona
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Municipal location in Tenerife
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 Arico
Location in Tenerife
Arico
Location in Canary Islands
Arico
Location in Spain, Canary Islands
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Canary Islands |
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| Province |  Santa Cruz de Tenerife |
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| Island |  Tenerife |
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| Area | |||
| • Total | 178.76 km2 (69.02 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 7,831 | ||
| • Density | 43.807/km2 (113.460/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT) | ||
| Post Code |
38580
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| Climate | Csb | ||
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Arico is a cool place on the island of Tenerife in Spain. It's both a town and a larger area called a municipality. Tenerife is one of the sunny Canary Islands. Arico is located in the southeastern part of the island.
This municipality stretches from high mountains down to the beautiful beaches. It covers about 178.76 square kilometers. Imagine a big area with different landscapes! Around 7,500 people live here. A main road, the TF-1 motorway, runs through the eastern side of Arico.
The main office for the area's government is in a village called Villa de Arico. Other villages in this municipality include Arico Nuevo, Arico Viejo, Abades, La Jaca, Tajao, and Poris de Abona. Each village has its own unique charm.
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Exploring Arico: Fun Things to Do
Arico is a great spot for outdoor adventures and exploring local culture.
Mountain Villages and Coastal Views
You can visit charming villages nestled in the mountains. These places offer a glimpse into traditional island life. Along the coast, you'll find lighthouses in places like Poris de Abona and Tajao. They guide ships and offer amazing ocean views.
Adventure Sports: Climbing and Diving
Arico is well-known for exciting sports. It's a very popular spot for free-climbing. Climbers from all over come to test their skills on the rocks. If you love the ocean, Arico is also a fantastic place for scuba diving. You can explore the underwater world and see amazing sea creatures.
Arico's Growing Population
The number of people living in Arico has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
| Year | Population |
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| 1991 | 4,567 |
| 1996 | 5,064 |
| 2001 | 5,824 |
| 2002 | 6,653 |
| 2003 | 6,928 |
| 2004 | 7,005 |
| 2005 | 7,159 |
| 2006 | 7,104 |
| 2007 | 7,565 |
| 2013 | 7,392 |
Images for kids
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Arico el Nuevo
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Arico el Nuevo
See also
In Spanish: Arico para niños
