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Probably the most spectacular beaches in the whole of the Canary Islands (although the sand dunes of Corralejo in the north of Fuerteventura come pretty close) are to be found in the Jandia Peninsula, which makes up the southern end of the island. The entire area is a Natural Park and is bordered almost completely by vast stretches of white sand beaches. Here, all the most relevant habitats of Fuerteventura can be found, with salt marshes, ravines, valley floors and rocky plains all in close proximity to one another. The whole site is very important ecologically, having been officially classified as a Site of Scientific Interest, and is considered to be one of the best sites in the whole of the Archipelago. On the west coast are the awesome beaches of Barlovento; wild and beautiful, the strong undercurrents here makes it extremely dangerous to swim. To the east are the stunning beaches of Sotavento. This gentle stretch of coastline extends for around 20km, between the resorts of Costa Calma and Morro Jable. You will find the biggest concentration of tourist facilities and accommodation here, as around 7km have been made into a paradise for all kinds of visitors, including nudists, anglers and sports fans. That said, the place exudes peace and quiet both in and out of the water. The seabed is rich in species of flora and fauna and makes a superb site in which to dive. The beach itself varies from great desert-like expanses, to pretty coves with low cliffs as a backdrop (as at Costa Calma), to magnificent dunes a little further south. This area of coastline is world famous, not only for its beauty, but also as the venue for the annual world windsurfing championships. |
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