Asturias

What to see in Avilés, far from the image of an industrial city

There is much to see in Avilés and it is the third most important city in Asturias, after Gijón and Oviedo, which are approximately 25 km from it. In addition, Avilés is the closest city of the three to Asturias Airport. Avilés dates back to the 10th century when it was born to become the port of Oviedo due to the fact that this city does not have access to the sea. Despite the fact that the image of Avilés is of an industrial city in decline, the reality is very different and this city has numerous monuments to visit…

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Discover how to get to Asturias by car, plane or train

Asturias is located in the north of Spain, next to the Cantabrian Sea, about 450 km from Madrid. To get to Asturias there are different means of transport depending on where you are going from. We recommend going by car or at least renting one there because the best way to get to know Asturias is by car. But there is also the possibility of going by plane or train. We also tell you how to go from Asturias Airport to different places in the region How to get to Asturias by car Asturias is very well connected with the…

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Visit the Lakes of Covadonga and the Basilica of Covadonga

Very close to Cangas de Onís is the Covadonga Mountain and Lakes, the place where the Picos de Europa National Park was born and where Don Pelayo began the Reconquest. In the Montaña de Covadonga are the Sanctuary and the Lakes of the same name, two of the most visited places in Spain and one of the most famous. It is worth getting here and enjoying the surroundings. If you want more information you can visit the official page of Covadonga. What to see on the route through the Lakes of Covadonga The Sanctuary of the Virgin of Covadonga It…

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The natural parks of Asturias. Paradises to enjoy

One of the great attractions that Asturias has are its natural spaces, some paradises in which to enjoy nature and spend some great days. The main and best known of these spaces is the Picos de Europa National Park, where we can enjoy wonders such as the Lakes of Covadonga or the Naranjo de Bulnes, cities such as Cangas de Onís or take the fantastic Ruta del Cares. But in Asturias we can also enjoy its Natural Parks. In this article we are going to see the most important ones so that you do not miss anything about the nature…

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What to visit in the most unknown rural Asturias

When we visit Asturias we always think of the typical places to visit in this spectacular region such as the big cities (Oviedo, Gijón or Avilés), the fishing villages such as Ribadesella, Llanes, Cudillero or Luarca, or the Picos de Europa area. with Cangas de Onís or Covadonga. But in Asturias the possibilities are endless and there are also very unknown places that are well worth a visit. Here we are going to talk about some of them. And you, do you know any other Asturian corner that we should know? The best places to visit in rural Asturias Taramundi…

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Visit the pre-Romanesque churches of the Kingdom of Asturias

The pre-Romanesque monuments of Asturias are a set of monuments, declared a World Heritage Site. They were built during the Kingdom of Asturias in the period between 718 and 925, years in which said kingdom existed. To the churches we are talking about here we must add the Holy Chamber that we already talked about in the Cathedral of Oviedo, the Foncalada, also in Oviedo. All of them form the World Heritage Site ” Monuments of Oviedo and the Kingdom of Asturias ” and it is one of the best things to see in Oviedo and its surroundings. Route through…

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What to see in Tapia de Casariego, a fishing village in western Asturias

Asturias is full of fishing villages that are worth a visit, each one with a special charm. One of the most beautiful, located in the western part about 130km from Oviedo, is Tapia de Casariego, a beauty that will not leave you indifferent. Tapia de Casariego is also one of the favorite places for surf lovers and with many places to visit thanks to its colorful old town, its fishing port and impressive surroundings that will surprise you. We tell you the best things to see in Tapia de Casariego, a fishing village that is very beautiful, such as Luarca…

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What to see in Villaviciosa and Tazones, one of the most beautiful towns in Asturias

Villaviciosa is a council of Asturias located next to the Cantabrian Sea where some of the most interesting places to visit in Asturias are located. The capital of the council is Villaviciosa itself, which has a very interesting and very monumental historic center, but probably the most beautiful and well-known place in the council is Tazones, located by the sea and whose visit is essential. In this article we are going to talk about the best places to see in Villaviciosa and Tazones in a route that we recommend taking by car. What to see in Villaviciosa and Bowls Bowls,…

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What to see in Asturias. Making your visit easy to get to know her well

Do you want to know the essential things to see in Asturias and what to do during your trip? Visiting Asturias is an option that should never be ruled out for a vacation thanks to its cities and towns that will take you through one of the most beautiful regions of Spain, where you can combine sea and mountains very quickly due to the proximity of the points of interest. Here we tell you what to visit in Asturias to discover which are its most important cities, the towns that you can visit, what natural wonders to discover and many…

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Route by car through the Picos de Europa in Asturias. The best thing to visit

The Picos de Europa National Park is the second most visited national park in Spain. Do you want to travel the Picos de Europa by car? It is also the largest protected area in the country and covers territories of Asturias, Cantabria and Castilla y León, although the most visited mountainous part is Asturian. The Picos de Europa consist of numerous peaks over 2,000 meters in altitude, with Torre de Cerredo being the highest point in the range at 2,650 meters, although the most famous peak of all is Naranjo de Bulnes. Route by car through the Picos de Europa.…

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