El Medano

The town El Médano is located in the Granadilla de Abona municipality on the Tenerife Island which is one of the Canary Islands. The word El Médano literally means the Sand Dune. This place is in the south coast of Tenerife and is at a short distance from the airport; this is the coolest resort on the island.

The wind in this place is very strong, thereby making it an ideal place for competitions in windsurfing; however the wind power has reduced because of the high rise buildings - apartments and hotels. In spite of this, this place is still popular in the world for kitesurfing windsurfing spots. It has 3 different spots for windsurfing and these are the Bay, the Harbor Wall and Cabezo beach.

Two of the largest natural beaches in Tenerife are - Playa Tejita and Playa Grande and El Médano is situated near these beaches. The Red Mountain is a volcanic cone that is located between the two beaches and it has been declared as a protected natural reserve.

Brother Peter of Saint Joseph Betancur spent some of his time in the cave located in the town. Hence the cave is dedicated to this saint and made as a small shrine.

The most important characteristics of El Médano are as follows.

Strong winds sweeping the resort that attract surfers to a large extent
3 KM long golden natural sand beaches running along its coast
Nudist beaches that are most popular and the best in Tenerife

Beaches

1. Playa El Médano - is a beach with golden sands and is located at the town center; the families love this beach. There is a playground for children and it becomes very busy after school closing time. Adults spend time in the cafes eating tapas and drinking coffee. Montana Roja area in this place is important for its bird sanctuary and is being considered as a special natural reserve and also an important international bird area. More than 100 species of birds can be seen in this place although they come at different times.

2. Playa La Tejita - is the most beautiful and natural beach that can easily be accessed from this village by walk. At the extreme end, one cove is made as a nudist beach.

3. Playa Machado - is at the western end of the resort catering mainly to surfers.

4. Playa de La Pelada - beach is at the easternmost part of the resort and located at the foot of the mountain Pelada and is one of the best nudist beaches in Tenerife.

5. Playa El Cabezo - beach is located on the resort's eastern side where the winds are stronger, thereby making it ideal for windsurfing and kite boarding. International competitions are held in this place.

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