View of Lastres with the sea and Los Picos de Europa mountains in the background. Asturias

Asturias (Province)

If there’s such a thing as the perfect combination of culture, nature and gastronomy, then you’ll find it in Asturias. The first thing to catch your attention when you travel to this region in what is known as Green Spain is its spectacular scenery. This can be seen in places such as the Picos de Europa National Park, and at one of its most legendary sites: the Covadonga Lakes.

As well as the mountains, you’ll be able to enjoy beautiful beaches in holiday resorts such as Llanes, Ribadesella, Gijón and Cudillero. These magnificent settings are ideal for contemplating from any of the numerous viewing points, or for enjoying a range of water sports such as surfing.

Gastronomy in Asturias is synonymous with a total dedication to the cult of good food. Cabrales cheese, the typical Asturian bean stew known as “fabada”, cider made from local apples... There are a whole host of typical dishes and products that are guaranteed to leave visitors with a delicious aftertaste. Its cultural attractions include a range of important monuments in Oviedo and in the Kingdom of Asturias (the delightful churches of Santa María del Naranco, San Miguel de Lillo and San Julián de Prados, for example) which have been declared World Heritage sites by the UNESCO, as well as the various archaeological sites, caves and museums of rock art to be found throughout the area, featuring spectacular paintings and engravings dating from as long ago as 25,000 years B.C.

Picos de Europa National Park

Spread across the provinces of Asturias, Cantabria and León, the…

Covadonga Sanctuary

Covadonga is the place where the Re-conquest began under king…

San Miguel de Lillo Church

This religious building has the World Heritage designation and…

Santa Cristina de Lena Church

It was built around the year 850 and is one of the most…

Tito Bustillo Cave

Set in a group of Palaeolithic caves.

Oviedo Cathedral

Oviedo cathedral is mainly in the Gothic style, although there…

Revillagigedo Palace

This adjoins the collegiate church of San Juan Bautista.

San Julián de los Prados Church

San Julián de los Prados is also known as Santullano, and was the…

Santa María del Naranco Church

The architectural structure of what was once the residence of…

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