Torres de Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The Torres de Santa Cruz is a residential complex composed of the twin towers. They were designed by Canarian architect Julian Valladares, and were built in the period 2004-2006.
The towers reach 120 m high, without the antenna, becoming the highest skyscraper in the Canary Islands, and the tallest residential building in Spain until 2010 (currently occupy third place in the latter category). The Torres de Santa Cruz are also the tallest twin towers in Spain.
The complex consists of twin towers of 41,753 m2 of which 9613 m2 are below ground - and above ground is 32,140 m2. One peculiarity is that these buildings were not built at once. They are twin towers, Tower I, was built by the company Ferrovial, while Tower II was built by the company Candesa.
They are considered a symbol of the city, next to Auditorio de Tenerife. Precisely the auditorium next to these two towers. The Tower I was completed in 2004 and Tower II in 2006, although the refurbishment work on the site began in 2001.
The towers reach 120 m high, without the antenna, becoming the highest skyscraper in the Canary Islands, and the tallest residential building in Spain until 2010 (currently occupy third place in the latter category). The Torres de Santa Cruz are also the tallest twin towers in Spain.
The complex consists of twin towers of 41,753 m2 of which 9613 m2 are below ground - and above ground is 32,140 m2. One peculiarity is that these buildings were not built at once. They are twin towers, Tower I, was built by the company Ferrovial, while Tower II was built by the company Candesa.
They are considered a symbol of the city, next to Auditorio de Tenerife. Precisely the auditorium next to these two towers. The Tower I was completed in 2004 and Tower II in 2006, although the refurbishment work on the site began in 2001.
Sight description based on Wikipedia.
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Torres de Santa Cruz on Map
Sight Name: Torres de Santa Cruz
Sight Location: Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain (See walking tours in Santa Cruz de Tenerife)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain (See walking tours in Santa Cruz de Tenerife)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Create Your Own Walk in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Introduction Walking Tour
There is archeological evidence indicating a civilization two thousand years ago in the area where Santa Cruz stands today. The indigenous people were the Guanches. The island of Tenerife was called Anazo. The famous Mummy of San Andres is an excellent silent witness to those long-ago times. Before the Spaniards there were kingdoms.
On the third of May in 1494, Castilian soldiers commanded by... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
On the third of May in 1494, Castilian soldiers commanded by... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
Santa Cruz de Tenerife's Historical Buildings
One has to admit that the Tenerife capital has preserved its historical buildings in great condition. History enthusiasts will find a wealth of sightseeing sites in the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, each weaving a unique narrative of the city's cultural legacy.
Among these architectural gems is the Church of the Immaculate Conception, a testament to the island's deep-rooted... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Among these architectural gems is the Church of the Immaculate Conception, a testament to the island's deep-rooted... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles