Mirador Velosa, Scenic viewpoint in Fuerteventura, Spain.
Mirador Velosa is a viewpoint on Fuerteventura at roughly 670 meters elevation, offering panoramic views across the northern and central regions of the island. A modern visitor center with parking complements the observation platform.
The observation center was designed by artist César Manrique in the 1980s as part of his work reshaping the Canary Islands through thoughtful architecture. His approach emphasized working with the landscape rather than against it.
The visitor center displays exhibits about the island's geological formation with detailed landscape models. You can learn here how volcanic activity shaped the land you see today.
The viewpoint sits roughly one kilometer from the parking area, so expect a short walk to reach it. Sun protection and water are advisable since the elevation offers little shelter from sun and wind.
The multicolored mountains and deep valleys display the archipelago's volcanic origins with clearly visible lava layers. These layers tell the story of repeated eruptions over millions of years.
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