Published On: Sun, Sep 8th, 2024

The Canary Islands’ ‘oldest town’ that feels like Santorini | Travel News | Travel


An incredible town that the ‘oldest in the Canary Islands’ is so beautiful that it feels just like Santorini. 

Betancuria is a historic town located on the island of Fuerteventura, one of Spain‘s Canary Islands. 

It holds great significance as one of the oldest settlements in the archipelago and has a rich cultural and historical background.

Established in 1404 by Jean de Bethencourt and Gadifer La Salle, Betancuria was created as a safe haven from the perils of coastal living during the…