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Las Manchas
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Las Manchas is located in Canary Islands
Las Manchas
Las Manchas
Location in Canary Islands
Country  Spain
Community  Canary Islands
Province Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Island Tenerife
Municipality Santiago del Teide
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 142

Las Manchas is a small place, also known as a locality, located within the municipality of Santiago del Teide. This area is found on the beautiful island of Tenerife, which is part of Spain's Canary Islands.

Exploring Las Manchas

Las Manchas is situated quite high up, about 980 meters (or 3,215 feet) above sea level. This means it has great views! It's also very close to the main town of the municipality, Santiago del Teide, being only two kilometers away.

What You Can Find There

Even though it's a small place, Las Manchas has some important buildings and spots for its residents.

  • There's a local church called the Parish Church of Virgen del Pilar.
  • The community also has a cultural center, which is a place for events and activities.
  • For sports and fun, there's a municipal sports center and a playground for kids.
  • A public square provides a nice open space for people to gather.

Nature Around Las Manchas

A special part of Las Manchas is that some of its land is included in the Chinyero Nature Reserve. This means the area is protected and is home to unique plants and animals. Nature reserves help keep natural environments safe and healthy.

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