Betancuria: pueblo mas bonito de España
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October 1st: the day of “Los pueblos mas Bonitos de España”

Betancuria is the first town in Fuerteventura that belongs (for some time now) to the “pueblos mas bonito de España”. What does all this mean? Today, October 1st, we celebrate the day of the most beautiful towns (pueblos) in Spain and Fuerteventura can also boast among these 111 pearls a pueblo to admire and obviously…

Morro Jable

Morro Jable: origins and evolution of a fishing village

Retracing the history of Morro Jable back, it is possible to understand the tourist expansion that has characterized the Canary Islands over the last few decades. In the 1960s this small village was mainly used as a port for fishermen. The ancient center of the town rises between two rocky slopes, of which the westernmost…

La Candelaria, La Oliva, Events in Fuerteventura

La Oliva: a look at the north of Fuerteventura

La Oliva is located about 16 kilometers northeast of Corralejo. It is the second largest municipality on the island and the second most populated, immediately after that of Puerto del Rosario. This city and its municipality, which includes towns such as Corralejo itself and El Cotillo, combine history and immaculate beaches, such as Playa de…

Betancuria

Betancuria: the ancient capital

Located in the center of Fuerteventura, Betancuria is a charming village steeped in history and culture. It was once the capital of the Island, making it an important place for those who visit it. The name Betancuria comes from Juan de Bethencourt – conqueror of the island during 1405-1406. Betancuria’s rich history is evident in…