Cheap car hire Fuerteventura airport With three thousand hours of sunshine a year, Fuerteventura is the closest Canary Island to the African coast with only 100km separating the 'Punta de la Entallada' from Cape Juby in Morroco and is the second largest, after Tenerife, of all the islands.
There is such a vast expanse of sand here. From the
Golden sand dunes of Corralejo in the north to the miles of flat beaches in Jandia in the south. This makes
Fuerteventura an ideal destination for the beach lover.
With tourism booming on Fuerteventura, Corralejo, situated in the north, is one of the most popular resorts on the island. More and more apartments are
springing up each year to cope with the demand, and Corralejo which was once a small fishing village, has now grown
into a lively colourful town. You can find many secluded lagoons where you can relax and enjoy the sun but beware the sun is very strong all year round with temperatures ranging from 20c - 30c Antigua is one of the oldest villages on the island. Built in the 18th century Antigua was once the capital of Fuerteventura. It also has a fully restored windmill which is now a cultural centre and a tourist attraction. Inside is a craft shop selling local handicraft and art.
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