SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE CEMETERY HOURS: When do the cemeteries in Santa Cruz de Tenerife open during the Christmas period?
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Opening hours of the cemeteries in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Cemetery of Igueste – San Andrés. Located in the fishing district of Igueste de San Andrés, nestled within the Anaga Massif. The cemetery features 150 burial units and is notable for its scenic beauty between the sea and the mountains.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30 hours.
Cemetery of Punta de Anaga. Situated in the challenging topography of the Anaga Massif, this cemetery was established in 1937 with the collaboration of local residents. It is also known as the Cemetery of Santa Modesta.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30 hours.
Cemetery of San Andrés – Playa. This historic cemetery, located on the beach of Las Teresitas, dates back to 1829 and remained active until the late 19th century. Currently, it is not used for burials, but it opens its doors on All Saints’ Day.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30 hours.
Cemetery of San Rafael and San Roque. Established following a yellow fever epidemic in 1811, this cemetery is now closed, but visits are permitted. It is the resting place of notable individuals from Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Cemetery of Santa Lastenia. Opened in 1916, this cemetery is the largest in Santa Cruz, hosting around thirty thousand burial units. It also features a cremation facility.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30 hours.
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Cemetery of Taganana: Located in the hamlet of Taganana, within the Anaga Massif, this cemetery was created between 1930 and 1940 due to the challenges of transferring the deceased to the Cemetery of San Andrés.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30 hours.
Cemetery of Santa Catalina. Positioned in El Sobradillo, construction began in 1922 and it ranks as the second cemetery in the capital in terms of burial rate.
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 8:30 to 16:30 hours.
