© Photos by ROBERTO ALBORGHETTI
In Fuerteventura local government and municipalities had a good idea. They have displayed beautiful and interesting sculptures at the most important roundabouts. So, while you’re driving along the main roads you have the pleasure to admire art installations which invite you to stop… It’s a sort of permanent gallery showing nice contemporary art made by local or international sculptors.
I saw fascinating pieces. But I was really struck by “Caminos” made in 2007 by cuban artist Lisbet Fernandez Ramos and located at a roundabout at the entrance of Morro Jable town (Pajara municipality).
The artist created two different groups of kids who are scanning the sky (or the future…) It’s a really impressive scene that invites to slow down and think… And this is another surprise coming from Fuerteventura, wild and fascinating island.
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ROBERTO ALBORGHETTI 
I think the sculptures are great, but I would prefer that drivers were looking at the road in front of them.
Sure! Sculptures have to force drivers to go slowly and possibly to stop… I see in Fuerteventure a great respect for pedestrians. Drivers always give them way. And this is not so usual in other european cities (Italy included!)
It’s a great way to integrate sculpture into our lives and the landscape. Love the children looking up into the future – excellent.
Thank you Roger! Yes, you’re right. It’s an interesting way to create new urban spaces… I agree with you, Lisbet Fernandez sculptures groups are fascinating!
Hi Roberto
This seems to be a Canarian trend. I can recommend a trip to Lanzarote to view their roundabouts although Manrique has the monopoly on design over there. Inspiring landscape though.
Thanks Judith! Yes, nice trends in Canary Islands. And a great attention to urban style too.
I was asked to create a piece for a roundabout in New Hampshire a few years ago, but it was nixed because the highway department thought that the sculpture would distract drivers and cause accidents. Is that a concern in other countries?
Thanks for your comment! We have not stats and evidences about the fact that sculptures would distract drivers and cause accidents…In Canary Islands – and not only in Fuerteventura – the artistic roundabouts are really a trend. What I may say is: 1) I haven’t seen accidents at roundabouts during my stay; 2) I found in Fuerteventura a great respect for pedestrians; 3) I saw a lot of speed controls… I think that a safe road depends from our education ( and an artpiece may improve it). Isn’it?
I have seen these when on the island, now I know the idea behind them. Its a real nice idea and add’s something to your daily life on the island.
Thank you for your comment!