Ajuy
A magnificent black sand beach.
The oldest rock formations in the Canary Islands are visible primarily in the Ajuy Caves, declared a natural monument and located in the town of the same name, north of the village of Pájara.
This geological marvel offers a glimpse of the sedimentary substrates that formed in the ocean depths during the Cretaceous period, between 100 and 150 million years ago. This is considered a mystery by geologists, as the formation of Fuerteventura dates back approximately 30 million years. From the entrance to the caves, a fossilized dune trail stands out, and along the way, you can observe some ancient lime kilns whose peculiarity was to ship the stone directly into the sea.
The town of Ajuy is also interesting as a seaside village of just a few dozen houses where you can enjoy fresh fish and swim on a dark-sand beach. Near Ajuy, you can also find attractions such as the Canarian palm grove of Madre del Agua, along the same gorge crossed by the conquistadors 600 years ago, or the southern access to the Barranco de Las Peñitas.