Betancuria Fiesta de San Buenaventura,Betancuria,Fuerteventura

The Festival in Honor of Saint Buenaventura (Fiesta de San Buenaventura) takes place in Betancuria during July each year.

The Feast of San Buenaventura is celebrated in Betancuria on July 14th, he is the patron of the island, this feast day has been celebrated since 1625.

Betancuria Fiesta de San Buenaventura is located in Betancuria, Fuerteventura.

Betancuria is the old capital of the island which in the past was governed from there. Hidden in a valley to prevent pirate attacks from the African continent this picturesque colonial town offers a glimpse into Fuerteventura’s past.

Betancuria was founded in 1404 during the conquest led by the Norman, Jean de Béthencourt.