Fuerteventura Tourism
Las Gavias and the Guisguey Ravine
The gavias
Gavias are cylindrical or rectangular structures made of stone and earth, with roofs of palm leaves or reeds. They are designed to keep food dry and protected from damp, rain and insects. They were often built in strategic locations near farmland to facilitate the storage of agricultural produce.
The Valhondo-Guisguey ravine
The Valhondo-Guisguey ravine is the deepest on the island’s eastern slope. Its basin is 13.5 km long, with its headwaters at Montaña de la Muda (689 m), which, together with El Aceitunal, forms one of the highest mountain ranges on the island.
The Guisguey Valley
The Guisguey Valley is a stunning spot; just eight kilometres from the capital and at an altitude of 160 metres lies this unspoilt corner of Fuerteventura. The Valhondo ravine and valley are among the features of the municipality of Puerto del Rosario that are steeped in history and well worth exploring.