Oficina de Turismo                                                                  Avenida Maritima

 

Puerto del Rosario is the capitol of Fuerteventura and as such an interesting place to visit both historically and for a fun day out and about. The shopping center CC Las Rotondas (see shopping section) is a splendid new center which houses over 100 shops and restaurants. The other main shopping areas of the city are in the streets of León y Castillo, 1º de mayo and Juan de Betancourt which is s stroll for those of you who want that special little boutique or something a bit different to the chain stores. If you are considering a shopping trip it is worth bearing in mind that lots of the shops still close for the siesta.

Puerto del Rosario has its own beaches and Playa Blanca beach is 800m of fine golden sand where the waves are good and the beach is used by some of Fuerteventura's surf schools.   
There are signs warning of strong currents, so care is needed when bathing here and during the summer months the flag system operates and these should be heeded.
 
One interesting feature of the capital is the statues that are to be found around the town. These form part of an open air exhibition and many have been produced during competitions that are held in the capital.
    

Carnival time is important to the residents of Puerto Del Rosario and the spring celebrations are held at the end of February.

Puerto del Rosario Town Hall: 928 850110 / 928 852124
Tourist Information Office Tel: 0034 618 527 668

 

 

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