El Rosario, Tenerife facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Rosario
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Municipal location in Tenerife
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 El Rosario, Tenerife
Location in Tenerife
El Rosario, Tenerife
Location in Canary Islands
El Rosario, Tenerife
Location in Spain, Canary Islands
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous Region | Canary Islands | ||
| Province | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | ||
| Island | Tenerife | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 39.43 km2 (15.22 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 17,352 | ||
| • Density | 440.07/km2 (1,139.78/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT) | ||
| Climate | Csb | ||
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El Rosario is a municipality in the northeastern part of the island of Tenerife in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife province, on the Canary Islands, Spain. The seat of the municipality is the town La Esperanza, in the mountainous interior of the island. The municipality includes the coastal town Radazul.
The population is 15,542 (2013), its area is 39.43 km2.
La Esperanza
The seat of the municipality, La Esperanza, sits at an elevation of 900 meters above sea level, La Esperanza’s historic architecture—whitewashed houses with wooden balconies—speaks of a simpler time when life revolved around agriculture and community.
From Llanos to Coast
- El Rosario spans from the fertile plains of La Esperanza to the sun-kissed shores of Tabaiba and Radazul. This ecological diversity is a testament to the island’s geological past and its ever-evolving present.
- The wetlands near La Esperanza harbor endemic flora and fauna, while the coastal areas boast palm trees, cacti, and breathtaking ocean views.
Radazul
- Radazul, the coastal town within El Rosario, beckons with its azure waters and rocky cliffs. Residents and visitors alike find solace in its beaches, where the Atlantic waves meet the volcanic shoreline.
- The TF-1 motorway, cutting through the southern part of the municipality, connects Radazul to the rest of Tenerife, making it accessible yet retaining its tranquil charm.
Culture
- El Rosario’s cultural heritage thrives through local festivals, traditional music, and culinary delights. The annual Fiestas de Mayo celebrate the town’s patron saint, San Isidro Labrador, with processions, dances, and heartfelt devotion.
Historical population
| Year | Population |
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| 1991 | 8,103 |
| 1996 | 10,880 |
| 2001 | 13,462 |
| 2002 | 13,718 |
| 2003 | 14,862 |
| 2004 | 15,542 |
| 2005 | 16,024 |
| 2013 | 17,465 |
Education
The Deutsche Schule Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a German international school, is located in the Tabaita Alta section of El Rosario.
See also
In Spanish: El Rosario (Tenerife) para niños
