The former capital of Fuerteventura, Betancuria has a historic centre presided over by its church-cathedral.
Founded at the beginning of the 15th century by the Frenchman Juan de Bethencourt, Betancuria remained the capital of the island of Fuerteventura until 1834. This allowed the city to become the political, administrative and religious centre of the entire island since its inception.The Santa María de Betancuria church-cathedral is the most important building in this city. Initially built in the Norman-Gothic style, the temple was rebuilt in the 17th century and retains certain elements of its original construction, such as the bell tower and some sections of the columns. Inside, the choir, the baptistery, the Baroque altarpiece and a rich Mudéjar coffered ceiling are noteworthy.
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