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Playa de las Américas

플라야 데 라스 아메리카스

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the sun-drenched shores of Playa de las Américas, a testament to the transformative power of both geological forces and human ambition. Situated on the southwestern coast of Tenerife, the largest of Spain's Canary…

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  2. 2Oceanography and the Volcanic Reef

    To truly appreciate the surfing conditions at Playa de las Américas, one must understand the underlying geology of the ocean floor. Unlike the sandy breaks often found in southwestern France or the Outer Banks, the breaks here…

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  3. 3The Pedagogy of the Atlantic

    The methodology employed in these two-hour surfing lessons is rooted in modern sports science and kinetic learning. Surfing is often perceived as an intuitive act, but in a professional setting, it is broken down into a series of…

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  4. 4Closing

    As our exploration of Playa de las Américas and the art of surfing concludes, we find ourselves reflecting on the profound synergy between man and nature. This coastal enclave, with its volcanic heritage and Atlantic vitality,…

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What is Playa de las Américas?

Playa de las Américas is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates28.0577, -16.7324
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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