Candelaria Postal Codes: 38509 to 38540 | Sur de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Islas Canarias

Key Facts

Candelaria is a municipality located in the Sur de Tenerife region of the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, within Spain's Canary Islands archipelago. Situated on the southeastern coast of Tenerife island, it lies approximately 20 kilometers south of the provincial capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The municipality covers an area of about 49.18 square kilometers and has a population of around 28,000 residents. Candelaria is administratively divided into several districts and neighborhoods, with its urban center being the most populated area. The municipality is perhaps best known as a major religious pilgrimage site, housing the Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria, which contains the revered statue of the Virgin of Candelaria, the patron saint of the Canary Islands. This religious significance attracts numerous visitors throughout the year, particularly during the annual festival in August. The coastal location provides Candelaria with a mild subtropical climate and access to several black sand beaches, while its inland areas feature volcanic landscapes typical of the island. To access detailed postal code information for Candelaria's various districts and neighborhoods, users can navigate through the location hierarchy on this platform.

Neighboring Regions

• Arafo
• El Rosario
• Güímar