The capital of Gran Canaria is, over all, a city that is open to the sea. It has 5 beaches, both of gold and black sand. The urban beach of Las Canteras offers a long promenade full of cafes and restaurants al fresco; El Confital of a wild look; La Laja, the most isolated fro those who like to stroll on the shore; Las Alcaravaneras, bathed by the waters of the port of La Luz and Las Palmas; and San Cristóbal, a beach with all the essence of the sea.