Arucas, Las Palmas
Arucas is a municipality in the northern part of the island of Gran Canaria, province of Las Palmas, Canary Islands. Arucas is 9 km (5.6 mi) west of Las Palmas city. Its population is 36,852 (2013), and the area is 33.01 km2 (12.75 sq mi). The GC-2 motorway passes north of the town.
Arucas | |
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Municipality | |
Municipal location in Gran Canaria | |
Arucas Location in the province of Las Palmas Arucas Arucas (Canary Islands) Arucas Arucas (Spain, Canary Islands) | |
| Coordinates: 28°07′08″N 15°31′23″W | |
| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous region | Canary Islands |
| Province | Las Palmas |
| Island | Gran Canaria |
| Area | |
| • Total | 33.01 km2 (12.75 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 240 m (790 ft) |
| Population (2018) | |
| • Total | 37,691 |
| • Density | 1,100/km2 (3,000/sq mi) |
| Municipal code | E-35006 |
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