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LED Christmas lights brighten the squares of Puerto de la Cruz

Camels carrying the Three Kings' luggage stand at the harbour, garlands lead to Plaza Víctor Pérez and Plaza del Charco, and even the palms are lit. Since 2022 the Canaries have switched almost entirely to energy saving LEDs.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto de los Reyes Harbour Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The Christmas lights in the Canary Islands have been completely switched to energy-saving LEDs. These camels are on display at the harbour in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. They herald the start of the Christmas season...
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto de los Reyes Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The camels are carrying the luggage of the Three Wise Men, who are standing a little further along the promenade.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto pedestrian zone Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
Festoons of lights decorating the pedestrian zone show the way.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Dr Negrin Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
They lead to the most beautiful places - such as this beautifully decorated Plaza Víctor Pérez.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto, church square Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The church square is also beautifully decorated.
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Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto, up the church square Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The Christmas lights around the fountain are a popular photo opportunity.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The Plaza del Charco is also beautifully lit up.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza playground Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The playground is decorated - quite appropriately - with colourful lollipops.
Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto, LED, gift Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
There's also a huge LED gift.
Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza, Teddy Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
And a lovely teddy bear.
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Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza, Namera Fountain Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The Ñamera stands in the centre. It is the focal point of the plaza.
Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto, gifts Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
But the popular venue is beautifully decorated on the outside too.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto María and José Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
Of course, Mary and Joseph mustn't be left out either.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Engel Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
Just like the angel.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto, poinsettias Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
And red and white poinsettias are blooming everywhere.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza Street Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
The whole city glows beneath a sea of lights.
Christmas lights in the Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza Cencejil Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
Plaza Cencejil has also been beautifully decorated. Here, modern technology meets traditional Christmas (floral) decorations.
Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Plaza, playground, lollipops Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
Since 2022, at least the Christmas lights have been converted to energy-saving LEDs almost everywhere in the Canary Islands.
Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto, gift Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
Even the palm trees are included.
Christmas lights, Canary Islands, Tenerife, Puerto Felices, Fiestas Photo: Dominik Bornewasser
We wish you a very happy festive season!
The Royal Customs House in the harbour of Puerto
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