Puerto de la Cruz Carnival from Sardine Burial to Grand Parade
The celebrations in the north of Tenerife stretch over several weeks, with the election of the carnival queen, the high heels race, costume contests and a children's day before the main procession. Our gallery shows the highlights.
Johannes Bornewasser is an author, journalist and editor-in-chief of Teneriffa News. He is regarded as a recognised expert on the Canary Islands. Bornewasser is also responsible for the editorial content of the website.
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That's just how colourful the big carnival parade in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife is. But there's plenty more going on before the parade gets underway. We'll show you... Photo: Ayuntamiento
Music groups announce the carnival days before the main events. Photo: Ayuntamiento
In Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife, the carnival doesn't begin until Ash Wednesday with the Funeral of the Sardine. Read all about this quirky tradition here. Photo: Diana Mumany Garcia
The Carnival Queen will then be chosen. Photo: Diana Mumany Garcia
Whilst visitors from other countries flock to Tenerife... Photo: Ayuntamiento
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...the celebrations continue. Photo: Ayuntamiento
Both participants and spectators have fun at the high-heeled shoe race. Photo: Ayuntamiento
This is also down to the distinctive costumes. Photo: Ayuntamiento
. There are various fancy dress competitions to mark the occasion. Photo: Ayuntamiento
And the children are in the spotlight too. Then... Photo: Ayuntamiento
Photo: Ayuntamiento
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