The town that's the 'oldest in the Canary Islands' and feels just like Santorini

Betancuria is a historic town located on the island of Fuerteventura (Image: Getty) 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.

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