Betancuria

Wonderfully lush, the pretty village of Betancuria is tucked into the protective folds of the basalt hills, a patchwork of dry-stone walls, palm trees and simple, whitewashed cottages. Lording over it all is a magnificent 17th-century church and courtyard. As an escape from the predominantly arid landscape of Fuerteventura, the fine-looking settlement is one of the most popular destinations on the island and consequently attracts a large number of visitors, but Betancuria still manages to maintain a slow-moving and relaxed charm.