Fedac

Maspalomas


If you’re after local handicrafts, visit the small Fedac shop located within the main tourist office. Fedac is a government-sponsored nonprofit store, whose prices and quality are a good standard by which to measure those of products sold elsewhere. You’ll also get a guarantee with your purchase.


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6. Observatorio Astronómico de Temisas

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