La Oliva

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La Oliva, Administrative municipality in northern Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain.

The municipality of La Oliva covers 356 square kilometers, including Lobos Island and several coastal settlements with a total population of 29,174 residents.

From 1834 to 1860, La Oliva held the position of capital of Fuerteventura before the administrative center moved to Puerto de Cabras.

The Casa de los Coroneles, an 18th-century military residence, represents the architectural and social heritage of the region's colonial period.

Multiple bus connections link La Oliva to Puerto del Rosario, with regular services to coastal areas including Corralejo and El Cotillo.

The municipality contains the Calderon Hondo volcano, offering views across the northern region of Fuerteventura and the neighboring Lobos Island.

GPS coordinates: 28.64878,-13.92257

Latest update: March 17, 2025 23:08

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