Fuerteventura is one of the Canary Islands most popular holiday destinations, with many renting Fuerteventura villas and others renting luxury Fuerteventura apartments. This is a short guide to Fuerteventuras major districts.
Puerto del Rosario - Puerto del Rosario is the capital of Fuerteventura and most of the islands population resides in the area. The Puerto del Cabras is a busy working port, accommodating cruise ships. Although the area is more industrial and not geared toward tourism, it is still popular with shoppers coming from the nearby Caleta de Fuste.
Antigua - This 18 century village is one of the oldest in Fuerteventura. Antigua was once the capital of the island before it was passed onto La Oliva. Cruz de los Caldos is a Church that dominates the town. Built in 1785, the church is open to the public and stands next to the village square which is filled with flowers year round.
Betancuria - Betancuria is located in a valley through which flowed a stream that dried out in the 16th century. The village was originally placed to defend the capital from pirate attacks. In 1593 one Pirate managed to penetrated the defences and destroyed everything including the Church. Visitors can come to see the Church which has been restored and is open to the public, there is also a museum.
Caleta de Fuste - One of Fuerteventuras major tourist areas is Caleta de Fuste. Changes are always being made to the area to help it cope with the amount of tourists it receives each year. The main street consists of Caleta de Fuste's main bars and restaurants. On the beach there are water sports, boat trips and a submarine offering undersea trips.
Corralejo - Corralejo is one of the most popular resorts on the island but it still retains is original charm dispite the huge increase in holiday homes in the area. Correlejo has a main street, leading through the music square to the harbour. It is here where most of the bars and restaurants are located. The Harbour looks across to the other side of the town. Correlejo caters for all ages and there are many activities to enjoy.
Costa Calma - Costa Calma is a large bay resort that is generally talored towards German visitors. In the north the beach is limited by black rocks extending into the sea. Costa Calma beach is suitable for children since the waters are very calm.
El Cotillo - El Cotillo is a small village in the north west of the island. It is centered around a harbour that is mainly used by the local fishermen. Just south of El Cotillo there are miles of excellent beaches which, even on busy days, are too large to be overcrowded.
La Oliva - Once the political centre of Fuerteventura, La Oliva is now a charming tourist town. Some of the old political buildings can still be seen today. Visitors can also see the main church in the center of town, notable for its mudejar ceiling and a large painting of the Final Judgement, painted during the late 1700s. The Casa de los Coroneles is also worthy of interest and there is a museum in the town as well.
Morro Jable - Morro Jable started life as a small fishing village with very few in habitants but has now grown into a large holiday resort that is very popular with German tourists in particular. Morro Jable has something for everyone, with miles of beaches, shops, bars and restaurants.
