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Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Las Palmas is the capital of Gran Canaria and is, by far, the biggest city in the Canary Islands, with a population of about 400,000. It is a truly cosmopolitan City, having seen immigration from just about every corner of the Globe.

Since it's founding in 1478, the City has played an important role in Atlantic Trade and survived Pirate Attacks and several changes in it's economic fortunes.

		Vegueta, Las Palmas The historic and picturesque district of Vegueta is the oldest part of Las Palmas and is full of beautiful architecture. click here for more info..
		Triana, Las Palmas Calle Triana is one of the City's most important shopping areas. click here for more info..
		Ciudad Jardin, Las Palmas Great landscaped zones are mixed with pretty Residences with beautiful gardens in this area. click here for more info..
		Canteras and the North of the City The northern part of the city - Canteras and Calle Mesa y López. click here for more info..