The beach is also backed by a host of hotels and restaurants, and many find the area a good place to base ... is located on Gran Canaria's southern edge. You can visit daily for free.

Las Palmas is a popular place to base a Canary Islands vacation ... For more information on the city of Las Palmas, in northern Gran Canaria, visit the island's tourism website.

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