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#NaturalParadise
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Edit: SOCIEDAD PÚBLICA DE GESTIÓN Y PROMOCIÓN TURÍSTICA Y CULTURAL DEL PRINCIPADO DE ASTURIAS, SAU
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Texts: Sociedad Pública de Gestión y Promoción Turística y Cultural del Principado de Asturias, SAU
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sturias is a Natural Paradise treasuring
its remarkable historical background
resulting in a very rich cultural heritage, a
legacy that becomes part of its identity and
constitutes a major touristic destination.
Within this heritage, art expressions
declared World Heritage by UNESCO such
as the Palaeolithic rock art and the Pre
Romanesque stand out on their own.
Even though it is a not a very large
region, the diversity of the Principality
of Asturias is enormous. This cultural
mosaic must be discovered: from
East to West without disregarding the
peculiarity and remarkable personality of
Aviles, Gijon and Oviedo conforming an
essential triangle. It is a territory where
archaeological sites, medieval towers and
temples, noble houses of the modern
period, coal mine towers or 19th industrial
facilities live in harmony together with a
magnificent ethnographic heritage that
constantly surprises and shows the roots
of this land.
This tradition, crystallized in the mythology
inherited from the most primitive believes
and in the festivals as living celebrations
reveal the real nature of Asturias and of the
Asturian people. Those towns receiving the
Prince of Asturias Award are distinguishable
features of a tradition being carefully
preserved. They are villages where hundredyear-old houses, hórreos (food warehouses),
paneras (bread warehouses) and mills
witness how their inhabitants fight together
for the survival of their way of living and
of those values which do not have to be
against progress.
During the 19th and 20th centuries, Asturias
underwent decisive changes thanks to
both the industrialization process and the
emigration to America which modelled its
territory and defined its idiosyncrasy thus
ensuring the preservation of its cultural
heritage and its own identity up to the 21st
century.
For this reason, anyone who comes to
Asturias enjoys the green paradise, the
traces of its history. Heritage and identity
permeate the process of experiencing
indescribable, unique and one and only
feelings. That is why Asturias is living
culture.
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Santa María del Naranco (Oviedo)
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01 Introduction
04 UNESCO World Heritage
Palaeolithic Rock Art
Pre Romanesque in Asturias
The Way of St. James
14 Covandonga
Covadonga and is paths
19 Tradition and identity
20 The Latin American memory
22 The Great Industrialization Legacy
24 Facilities for 21 st Century
The Niemeyer Centre
Laboral City of Culture
The architectural complex of Buenavista
28 Asturias, Cinema Paradise
The camera loves Asturias
31 A country of festivals
Living celebrations
37 Museums and Resources of Interest
44 Map
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Covaciella Cave (Cabrales)
UNESCO World Heritage
The brand that recognises the excellence of the
cultural legacy of humanity is inclusion on UNESCO’s
list of World Heritage. Asturias has three important
elements appearing on this distinguished list, raising
awareness beyond our borders of the five Palaeolithic
rock art caves, the six buildings of Asturian preRomanesque architecture, and the coastal routes
of the Way of St. James, explicitly recognising their
exceptional value and global significance. They are all
there for us to enjoy.
San Julián de los Prados (Oviedo)
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Cámara Santa (Oviedo)
La Peña Cave (Candamo)
The Palaeolithic
rock art
Five Asturian caves have been included on the World Heritage list within the declaration of Northern Spanish Palaeolithic
Rock Art.
The Principality is full of late Palaeolithic testimonies (between 35,000 and 9,000 B.C.), as it counts on paints and engravings found in caves which are unmistakable remains of the
existence of hunters and collectors in the Upper Palaeolithic
and which document the artistic activity and the creation of
later sedentary social communities. Among all them El Pindal,
Tito Bustillo, Candamo, Covaciella and Llonín were chosen to
become the best acknowledged Asturian sites worldwide.
EL PINDAL (PIMIANGO, RIBADEDEVA). It is located at the
mouth of the River Cares – Deva, in the Eastern part of Asturias, which is a coastal area known as San Emeterio Cape. It
counts on a unique way into the sea overlooking the coastli-
ne and on a 600m longitudinal gallery out of which the first
300m can only be visited. Divided into five areas, this set from
the Magdalenian period houses zoomorphic representations
such as deer, horses and bison standing out a fish and a mammoth.
TITO BUSTILLO CAVE is located in the Villa of Ribadesella. It
opens at the mountain mass of Ardines integrating with the
Karstic complex located next to the mouth of the River Sella
where other caves such as La Lloseta or la Biesca stand out. Discovered in 1968, it is made up of just one 700m gallery long to
which to adjacent areas lead. Its collection is organized into 11
sets (some including several panels) which gather more than a
hundred engraved and painted representations related to two
stages being the pre-Magdalenian period (red signals and little
animal figures) and the Magdalenian period with several zoomorphic representations and different techniques. It should be
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El Pindal Cave (Ribadedeva)
mentioned that horses and reindeer transmit
an extraordinary and living polychrome feeling thanks to using different pigments and
to scraping off the outlines. The Gallery of
Horses, Chamber of Vulvas and the recently
discovered Anthropomorphic Gallery should
also be highlighted.
In addition, the adjacent Ardines Cave (inhabited later than Tito Bustillo cave) can be visited. It presents a large central room and visits
are welcome during the whole year. Likewise,
the Tito Bustillo Rock Art Centre building is
located nearby. This innovating building displays an overall view of Asturias prehistory
providing information and interesting archaeological pieces particularly these unique
representations of the cave.
LA PEÑA CAVE is located in San Román
(Candamo) in the lower reaches of the River
Nalón and close to its mouth and represents
the most Western European Palaeolithic site.
It opens at the base of a limestone hill and is
made up of a small gallery that leads to a large room thus being totally 70 m long.
This artistic area (some belongs to the Gravettian period up to the end of the Magdalenian
period) is located in the Room of Engravings
and it includes 6 panels. The two outstanding ones are the Wall of Engravings because of its numerous images and a complex
organization based on superimposition and
the Chamber which is a high cavity with representations of horses and bovid displayed
as such to be looked at from the room thus
revealing a clear and attractive scenography
concept.
Candamo Rock Information Centre and
Didactic House are located in the refurbished Palace of Valdés-Bazán, a wonderful
civil works from the 17th century. It displays
full-scale reproductions of cave treasures
together with a multimedia system dealing
with Cantabrian rock art.
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El Camarín (Candamo)
STONE AGE
Palaeolithic
Mesolithic
Upper
Neolithic
Lower
Asturian Rock Art
120.000 B:C.
35.000 B:C.
10.000 B:C. 7.000 B:C.
Technique
• 1 or 2 colours (black and red or yellow).
• They used their fingers, burnt branches and rudimentary brushes.
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4.000B:C.
Animals (bulls, bisons, horses, deer, bears….)
Hands and sexual organs.
Abstract symbols.
Quite realistic style except for the human figures highlighting their sexual
organs.
Other caves in Asturias with rock art that can be visited are La Loja Cave (El Mazo, Peñamellera
Baja), El Buxu Cave (Cardes, Cangas de Onís), La Lluera Cave (Las Caldas, Oviedo), Conde Cave
and the Santo Adriano rock shelter (Tuñon, Santo Adriano).
Llonín and Covaciella complete the World Heritage Caves list and are fundamental to acknowledge Western Asturias as “Cave Paradise”.
Teverga Prehistorical Park constitutes an authentic and complete experience
to know this period particularly thanks to its “Cueva de Cuevas (Cave of Caves)”
where the main European Palaeolithic Art samples are fully recreated.
Prehistorical Park (Teverga)
Asturian Pre
Romanesque Art
In 1985 UNESCO agreed to register Santa María del Naranco,
San Miguel de Lillo and Santa Cristina de Lena on the World
Heritage list. In 1998, the registration was enlarged to include
San Julián de los Prados, la Foncalada and the Holy Chamber
of Oviedo’s Cathedral. Therefore, a total number of six the 9th
century Asturian monuments enjoy such privilege thus confirming what experts had already stated. “It constitutes the
most complex and homogenous set of Western Europe early
Middle Ages architecture. Its geographical gathering and the
exceptional conservation quality of its original status turn it
into a unique piece.”
Its name may suggest that this art constitutes the prelude of
the later Romanesque architecture but nothing could be further from the truth. The architecture identified with the origin
of the Kingdom of Asturias and dated in the 9th century and
early 10th century A.C is the end period of a constructive tradition starting during the Paleochristian period as its techniques, spaces and decorations show.
It is demonstrated that this set takes part in the European
trends of its time contrary to the repeated assertion of the
isolation and delay of our cultural expresssions. Our Pre Romanesque architecture proves how the Kingdom of Asturias
was involved with major European building trends equalling
the level reached by the Carolingian and Byzantine courts. It
shares some features found in European architecture of similar scale or intention. Different typologies live together: exteriors show spatial compartmentalisation whereas interiors
are directed to semidarkness, bonding and concealment. Decorations are different but based on a rich western repertoire
as back as the Late antiquity.
The decorations of these works present a combination of
original pieces and those recycled from pillaging. However,
it is the pictorial decoration the main achievement of this
structural set. Even though the external decoration has been
worn out by the passing of time, the extraordinary interior
is preserved which could be classified as the most important
Western European painting set from early Middle Age.
SANTA MARÍA DEL NARANCO.
This work, dated in year 848 due to its altar dedication, is still
an enigma nowadays. It was not for liturgical use and might
have been part of a larger set to be the residence (fixed or
temporary) of King Ramiro I, its promoter.
It was used as a temple at least from the beginning of the
12th century to the first quarter of the 20th century although
it originally fulfilled other aims. Its symmetric and harmonic
arrangement with two floors and three rooms on each is quite different from what is expected for such purpose despite
the religious icons found in its rich decoration (a collection
of 32 medallions stands out). It could have witnessed performances, celebrations and private masses.
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San Miguel de Lillo (Oviedo)
SAN MIGUEL DE LILLO
This temple was also erected at the bottom of the Naranco
Mountain between the years 842 and 850 and was also promoted by Ramiro I. It honoured San Miguel from the 12th
century onwards. Only one third of the original construction
remains today as most of the totally vaulted building collapsed at the end of the 11th century. Having the structure been
consolidated, it was completed with a basic Eastern chapel
during the same period.
Among its sculptural decorations, 20 column bases with symbolic representations of the evangelists stand out and particularly, the portico jambs with two outstanding monolithic
pieces representing Roman circus games.
FONCALADA
This monument, the only witness of the hydraulic architecture
of the Early Middle Ages in Europe, is the least known element
of the architectural heritage in the Kingdom of Asturias. The
monument itself was profusely covered with inscriptions, out
of which only the main one located on the façade of the shape
of a vaulted chapel is legible. The analysis of character features
in this inscription, very similar to those in the inscription of San
Tirso de Oviedo, make it possible for experts to date its construction possibly in the first half of the 9th century.
It consists of three elements: pond more than 14 m. length,
Aedicula or small temple and channel. The original canal was
discovered in the excavations conducted in the 1990s and
allowed to restore its monumentality.
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Foncalada (Oviedo)
Santa Cristina (Lena)
SANTA CRISTINA DE LENA
It is a unique case due to the complexity of its internal distribution and its floor plan. It has a single access, indicating its
use by an undifferentiated congregation dedicated to serving
a monastery. This theory is reinforced by the richness of the
iconographic program which can be inferred from the internal capitals and latticework as well in the project’s mastery
technique subject to metric rations.
It is dated a little bit later than year 848. Its current appearance comes from the restoration process taken place at the end
of the 19th century and the repair works after the 1934 Revolution. It is a single nave building, to which four protruding
bodies are attached, lined up according to the two symmetry
axes, corresponding to two lateral rooms, a portico with a superimposed chamber and a raised chapel. In the eastern sector,
the Presbyterian space is raised and separated by an amazing
arch of triumph, a sculptural treasure inside the temple, with
three stilted semicircular arches, over reused columns, and Corinthian capitals. Fretted latticework was placed in the arcade
spandrels and the boards and the central bars of the inner
door, with incomplete inscriptions, are found under this arch.
The fresco technique, the geometric, vegetation and architectural patterns, together with the aniconic nature of the
programme,take us back to the classic 1st century prototypes
from Pompey and models from Ancient History.
The majesty inside Santullano allows to appropriately value
the cultural level reached in the court of Oviedo. The building
was also coated externally, covering the poor wall bond. Its original appearance had nothing in common with its current one.
SAN JULIÁN DE LOS PRADOS (SANTULLANO)
Alfonso II (791 – 842) built a church in honour of the Egyptian
martyrs San Julián and Santa Basilisa, in the place known as
Los Prados de Oviedo. This oversize and admirably harmonic
church has a basilica floor plan with 3 naves, transept that
stands out for its height, triple header and three porticos (two
side ones and the other located to the west). Its transcendental importance lies in the conservation of the internal pictorial
decoration, unparalleled in Western Europe, due to its extension, degree of conservation and iconographic programme.
San Julián de los Prados (Oviedo)
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THE HOLY CHAMBER
It is found in the South-eastern corner of the southerly arm of
Oviedo’s cathedral transept. This place has not only an enormous cultural, artistic but also a symbolic one.Its chronology
seems to refer to the time of Alfonso II (791-842).
It comprises two superimposed and isolated sanctuaries,
with independent accesses: the lower one known as the crypt
of Santa Leocadia (where the remains of the martyr saints will
rest) the upper known as the Chapel of San Miguel which repeats the layout of the presbytery and nave. At the end of
the 12the century the chapel underwent important modifications: a stone vaulted roof was built supported by three transverse arches resting on columns. The apostles were carved in
their shafts thus constituting one of the summits of Hispanic
Romanesque sculpture.
The outstanding goldsmithing preserved from the same period shows the cultural and material richness of those times:
the Cross of Angels, dated in year 808 and the symbol of Oviedo; the Cross of Victory, dated in year 908 and the symbol of
Asturias; and the Chest of Agates, a reliquary donated by
Fruela II in 910.
where they were dated such as Santianes de Pravia. There are
also civil Works, the Old Tower of San Salvador (Oviedo), whose lower body houses a fortress to protect the weakest side of
the Holy Chamber. Some other isolated or decontextualized
remains are preserved such as the head wall of San Tirso in
Oviedo with a great triplet round-arched window under an
alfiz which can be seen from outside, or pieces such as windows, latticework, inscriptions or capitals found all around
our geography.
The pre Romanesque list exceedes the 6 monuments awarded by UNESCO. There are some other highly valued assets
linked to this exclusive group most of which are temples such
as Valdediós: an outstanding example even preserving its original roof. Some of these buildings have preserved a good
deal of the design and construction features of the period
Outstanding features of Pre Romanesque Art:
• Constructions with semicircular arches.
• Masonry walls with external buttresses.
• Basilical floor with 3 naves, and different heights between the central nave
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Cross of Victory (Oviedo)
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and side ones.
Rich painting decoration.
Latticework in windows and triple arched windows in headers and central
chambers.
Asturias has preserved the most comprehensive collection of early medieval
buildings in Western Europe. We are not just talking about well-preserved
architecture, but also about some extraordinary work with precious metals.
Pre-Romanesque art is the most important testimony to the cultural
traditions of the Kingdom of Asturias. Twelve temples and three civilian
buildings have been preserved.
Other examples of Asturian pre-Romanesque art include: San Pedro de
Nora, Santa María de Bendones, Santo Adriano de Tuñón, San Salvador de
Valdediós, San Salvador de Priesca, Santiago de Gobiendes, Santa María de
Arbazal, San Andrés de Bedriñana, and the wall of San Tirso de Oviedo.
Caravia
The Way
of St. James
The French Way of St. James and the French routes
for the Way were declared a World Heritage Site by
UNESCO in 1993 and 1998 respectively, to which
the Original Way, the Coastal Way, the Basque-Rioja
Way and the Way of Liébana were added in 2015.
Passing through Asturias are the Original Way,
also known as the “Inland Way”, which crosses the
greenest and most mountainous part of Asturias,
from Oviedo to the Port of Acebo, passing through
the districts of Oviedo, Las Regueras, Grado, Salas,
Tineo, Allande and Grandes de Salime; and the
Coastal Way, which enters from Cantabria travelling
along the entire Asturian coastline, crossing the
districts of Llanes, Ribadesella, Caravia, Colunga,
Villaviciosa, Gijón, Carreño, Avilés, Castrillón, soto
del Barco, Muros de Nalón, Cudillero, Valdés, Navia,
Coaña, El Franco, Tapia de Casariego, Castropol and
Vegadeo.
The route known as the “Camino del Salvador”
helps link the French Way, from León, to the Original Way in Oviedo, passing through Lena, Mieres
and Ribera de Arriba.
In the 9th century, King Alfonso II, the Chaste, journeyed to Iria Flavia (Padrón) to see the recently discovered tomb of the apostle St. James, thus becoming the first pilgrim to Compostela.
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Oviedo
News of the tomb’s appearance spread throughout the whole
of Europe and many pilgrims started to travel to Compostela,
where Alfonso II had ordered a church to be built to house the
relics of the saint. This was the start of the Jacobean route, the
most important spiritual and cultural pilgrim route in Europe,
followed by thousands of pilgrims from the 9th century to today. Throughout its twelve centuries of history, the Way of St.
James has been an important channel of communication, a renowned commercial hub and the route for sharing knowledge
between countries.
There are many reasons to walk the Jacobean route. The Way
of St. James may be followed for religious reasons, as was normal in the Middle Ages, but nowadays we can find pilgrims
following the Way for reasons of culture, sport, contact with
nature, existential or introspective reasons, etc. Almost everyone follows the Way on foot, although it is possible to do it by
bicycle or even on horseback. It must be taken into account
that preference is shown to pilgrims who travel on foot when it
comes to staying overnight in refuges.
The Way of St. James is divided into stages that connect two
towns and pilgrims stay overnight in the refuges, public or private, located in these towns.
The Way is signposted with the image of a scallop shell, the
symbol of the Way of St. James and a mollusc typically found
along the Galician coast. Many pilgrims carry a hanging scallop
shell. This is because in the past this was the way for pilgrims
to demonstrate on their return to their village that they had
reached Santiago de Compostela.
The pilgrim’s credential. While the majority of pilgrims carry
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a kind of standard template with boxes in which to add the
stamps, a simple notebook can be used which will be stamped
in the towns through which they pass. Churches, refuges, tourist offices and other establishments have stamps to prove that
pilgrims are following the Way. These stamps help those who
want to stay in the refuges and at the end of the Way they allow
the pilgrim to obtain the “Compostelana”, a certificate issued in
the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This is given to those
pilgrims who have travelled a minimum of 100 kilometres on
foot or horseback and 200 kilometres on a bicycle. There are
two types of “Compostelanas”, one for those who state that
they have taken the Way for religious or spiritual reasons, and
another for those doing it for any other reasons.
Following the Way of St. James is hard. It is important to prepare a little before starting the Way and have a minimum fitness
level. It is advisable to start taking walks some months before
setting off on the pilgrimage. Wear comfortable footwear that
has been used worn in. Bring some slippers to use in the refuges. Your backpack must not be too heavy. It is essential to
bring sun cream and a raincoat. Experts recommend that the
final weight should not exceed 10 kilos. As well as clothing,
other basic objects include a sleeping bag, a floor mat, a small
first aid kit, a torch and a walking stick.
Highlights along the Way of St. James:
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On the Way, while passing through Asturias, you can enjoy other areas that
have been declared a World Heritage Site: The Rock Art of the Cantabrian
Coast (El Pindal, Tito Bustillo and La Peña Cave are open to the public)
and the Monuments of Oviedo and the Kingdom of Asturias (the Asturian
pre-Romanesque art).
There are thousands of ways to follow the Jacobean Route in Asturias
and they are all rewarding. On foot, by bicycle, by car.... are all good ways
to really discover the land and its people, its history and its stories, its
gastronomy, its curiosities, its legends, etc.
The reasons for completing the pilgrimage can be very diverse: religious,
cultural, love of nature, sports, an introspective journey to find oneself, etc.
It offers a life-enhancing experience during which the pilgrims experience
unforgettable moments, filled with surprising encounters.
¡Buen Camino! (Good Journey!) is the universal greeting of the pilgrims on
the Way of St. James.
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Sanctuary of Covadonga
Covadonga,
the origin of an identity
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Just 11 km. from Cangas de Onis, is the Sanctuary of Covadonga, a place of great importance for Asturians, where nature, religion and history are joined. The victory of Don Pelayo in Covadonga in the year 722, led to a Christian church
being established there, which has endured for more than
12 centuries, uninterrupted until the present day. The result
was favourable for the depleted Christian forces, Pelayo was
made king and the cross and prophetic divine message became the standard and emblem of the Asturian monarchy. The
complex today consists of the Basilica of Covadonga, the cave
with a small chapel inside, ecclesiastic buildings and several
catering establishments.
The Repelao. The entrance to the Sanctuary of Covadonga and the Picos de Europa Nature Reserve is marked by an
obelisk, and is known as El Repelao. Legend has it that it is the
place where Pelayo was proclaimed leader by acclamation of
the Asturian and Cantabrian warriors.
The Cave. It can be reached in two ways, either through
the Basilica esplanade or by some steps set into the base of
the mountain which houses the cave. These steps, called the
“Steps of the Promises”, are frequently used by pilgrims who
climb them on their knees, carrying out a promise or to make
a petition to the Virgin, located in a small chapel inside the
cave.
Imagen of the Santina. The present image of the Santina
dates from the 17th century, and was donated by the chapter
of Oviedo Cathedral as a substitute for the Romanesque image which disappeared during a fire. On the Santina’s feast day
she wears the magnificent original crowns, made of platinum,
diamonds and other precious stones, which can be admired
in the museum for the rest of the year.
Sepulchres. Before reaching the image of the Virgin, one
passes a tomb on which is inscribed “Here lies King Don Pelayo, elected in the year 716, who in this miraculous cave began
the restoration of Spain. Defeated the Moors, he died in 737, and
is accompanied by his wife and sister“. Here are preserved the
stone sepulchres of Don Pelayo, his wife and sister, and that
of Alfonso I and his wife.
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View of the Basilica of Covadonga
Fountain of Marriage. At the feet of the Holy Cave is located the so-called “Fountain of Marriage”, and, according to
folklore, the girl that drinks from it will marry within a year.
Virgin, by Samsó, the paintings of Don Pelayo in Covadonga,
by Madrazo, and the excellent Baroque work, the Assumption
of the Virgin of Carducho, in its interior.
The Collegiate Church of San Fernando. The Collegiate
Church of San Fernando, is the oldest of the preserved Covadonga buildings. Placed with its back against the mountain, it was
built in the 16th century where the medieval monastery was
located, and in its cloister can be found some magnificent Romanesque sepulchres, probably dating from the 12th century.
Museum of Covadonga. The Museum offers an interesting tour through the history of the Sanctuary. It has a series
of canvases of all the kings of Asturias, as well as interesting
gold and silver pieces, sculptures (an ivory Christ) and other
decorative art works, such as the cloak, embroidered in gold,
which Queen Isabel II presented to the Virgin.
The basílica. On climbing the steep bends in the road to
the sanctuary one suddenly finds oneself in a rugged area,
site of the Basilica. The building in pink limestone from the
Covadonga mountain itself, together with its dramatic setting, make it remarkable, along with the seated image of the
The Campanona. The spectacular bell, three metres tall
and weighing 4 tons, decorated with scenes from the Divine
Comedy, won the gold Arts medal at the Universal Exhibition,
held in Paris in 1900.
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Park of the Prince. A path crosses the park through luxuriant vegetation and over beautiful wooden bridges which,
along with valuable historical and artistic architectural pieces,
highlight the beauty of the setting.
Other Buildings of Interest. The Hotel Pelayo (1908), the
House of the Musicians (18th century), the Pilgrims Inn (18th
century) a building in mountain architecture style, which,
in its time, was the only lodging place in the Sanctuary and
which, later, also became the headquarters of the Covadonga
Schola Santorum and site of the old schools, now fitted out
as a youth hostel and, in the Prince’s Park, as a meeting point
for young people.
Holy Cave of Covadonga
Pilgrimages Route
Andariega Crossing
Historic Route to Covadonga from Llanes
GIJÓN
Deva
Route from Muñigo to Covadonga
Route to the Priena Cross
Vega de Orandi Route
Route to the Lakes
VILLAVICIOSA
Amandi
LLANES
Sietes
Los Callejos
POLA SIERO
OVIEDO
Lamuño
NAVA
Bendición
Piloñeta
Martinporra
LANGREO
ARRIONDAS
Villanueva
CANGAS DE ONÍS
Llames
INFIESTO
Corao
Espinaredo
La Matosa
La Gargantada
Muñigo
El Sellón
Posada
Vega del Puerto
Cruz de Priena
Covadonga
Vega de Orandi
Lago Enol
Lago Ercina
Covadonga and its paths
PATHS IN THE SETTING OF THE ROYAL SUMMER RESIDENCE
From Muñigo to Covadonga. This path begins at the
Muñigo car park, located beside the AS-262 highway, and is
approximately 1.5 km. long. After crossing a wooden gangplank, one climbs a pedestrians-only path through a forest of
chestnut, birch and maple trees. The route ends at the western part of the Covadonga collection of monuments.
The route can be covered in an hour and a quarter, starting from Repelao (AS-262). It is a zig zag route, ending at a
cross, known as the Priena Cross or the Cross of Pelayo, as
it was the place where Don Pelayo ambushed the Saracen
troops in 722, resulting in the Battle of Covadonga and the
start of the Reconquest.
The Priena Cross Route. This route, at an altitude of more
than 700 metres, is a privileged observatory, with views of the
sea, the Sueve, Arriondas, Cangas de Onis, and the Los Lagos
highway. The greatest summits of these valleys can also be
seen.
Vega de Orandi Route. PR-PNPE-6. The route to the
Vega de Orandi, one of the prettiest landscapes in the area,
begins at the Covadonga Sanctuary. It ascends the slopes of
Mount Auseva, through a beautiful closed forest, to the Colladín de Orandi, and from there it begins its descent which
leads to the Vega de Orandi.
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Lake Ercina (Covadonga)
Route to the Lakes of Covadonga. They are the main access to the interior of the Picos de Europa National Park, via
the highway which leads directly to the lakes. This winding
ascent offers a panoramic view of the area.
The lakes (Enol and Ercina) are located in a setting of great
natural beauty, which provides the tourist with a multitude of
options, ranging from the basic circular route starting at the
Buferrera car park, to an infinite number of medium to hard
routes and trails to different corners of the Park.
PILGRIMAGE PATHS
Pilgrimages Route. From Oviedo to Covadonga. This
route is 104 km long and is travelled in seven stages, which
wander through different villages, valleys and sheep-folds:
Oviedo - La Gargantada highway (15.0 km.); Gargantada – Espinadal Heights (17.5 km.); Espinadal Heights- Miera Bridge
(16.7 km.); Miera Bridge - Espinaredo (9.5 km.); Espinaredo - La
Matosa. (14.0 km.); La Matosa - Cangas de Onís (19.5 km.), and
Cangas de Onís - Covadonga (13.5 km.).
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Andariega Crossing. From Gijón to Covadonga. This
is a long route of approximately 75 km., which is covered in
three stages, passing through areas of great natural beauty:
Deva - Amandi (25 km.); Amandi - Llames de Parres (25 km.),
and Llames de Parres - Covadonga (25 km.).
The Historic Route to Covadonga from Llanes. Recuperated some years ago and divided into three stages, it crosses
magnificent natural areas: Llanes - Los Callejos (15.6 km.); Los
Callejos - Vega del Puerto - Corao (19 km.), and Corao - Abamia- Cruz de Priena - Covadonga (9 km.).
Tradition and identity:
The real Asturias
Asturias has possessed a rich cultural heritage since prehistoric times, and proof of this are the abundant examples of cave
paintings to be found in the whole region, some of which have
been declared a World Heritage. From this fruitful prehistory to
the pre Roman and military Asturias, –more visible in western
Asturias -, the Roman Asturias– perfectly identified in the territories through which run the main Roman roads, especially in
the central area of the region -, medieval Asturias – to the Asturias of the Reconquest, the Monarchy and the Road to Santiago-, without forgetting the Asturias of the Enlightenment, the
great ethnographic wealth and the hydraulic and rural devices
of the Industrial Revolution, or the Spanish-American emigration, all are present in modern Asturias through live evidence,
festivals and celebrations, facilities and museums which recall
an intense and unsettled past, transformations, changes and
revolutions that have contributed to the shaping of the Europe
of today.
Asturias, in a serene and determined way, is a great bastion of
the Spanish and continental identity, and extols it through its
respect for the traditions, seen in its villages and towns, fishing
villages, cities, natural spaces and biosphere reserves.
In Asturias, traditions are an inexhaustible source for researchers, but also a many-faceted resource for all types of travellers: those who love history, art and monuments, those who
enjoy traditional culture and ethnography, lovers of nature
and rural life, those who delight in the ages of the architecture,
those who feel like archaeologists for a day, or those who simply give themselves up, body and soul, to any fiesta which has
music, merriment, good food and the ritual of cider drinking.
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The LatinAmerican memory:
The indianos (Asturian people emigrated to Latin America)
Many Asturian people headed to America looking for a better
life from mid-19th century to the first quarter of 20th century.
They were both from the Eastern and Western parts of the region and embarked for a long trip which was a return journey
many times.
Demographic pressure and resource scarcity or just avoidance of being called up for the military service spurred many
of them to go on this adventure mainly characterized but its
entrepreneurial nature, hard work and the creation of close
bonds with other emigrants to preserve their identity marks.
Either individually or gathered in associations, they began
projects in their homeland which made it possible to build
roads, install public lighting, urbanize squares, construct
fountains and washing places but above all, they built up, furnished and kept schools and their teachers in many villages
thus allowing primary education to be available everywhere.
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Their Mansions or detached houses following the bourgeoisie mentality and taste proved to their neighbours the social
and financial status of those succeeded overseas because of
their dimensions, singularity, quality and decorations, thus
using the architecture as distinguishing feature. The surrounding gardens frequently including palm trees also showed
that differentiation and status. Finally the magnificent family
vaults and tombs were meant to transcend and take their acknowledgement beyond.
The Indianos Archive Foundation -Museum of Emigration installed at the Quinta Guadalupe, in Colombres (Ribadedeva) is
the main facility to discover how historically significant this
movement was. It is a beautiful mansion built up in 1906 by
Íñigo Noriega who immigrated to Mexico.
The rich “Latin American” heritage is present
all around Asturias. There are very good
examples on the Western coast such as in
Navia (particularly in Tox or Villapedre), Valdés (where the most outstanding buildings
are around Barcellina or Villar) or Cudillero.
If a site is worth to stand out because of its
extraordinary architecture or the high number of mansions with gardens, this is Somao
(Pravia).
“Llanes Indiana route” links excellent pieces
located in the municipality. There are also
routes of interest in Cangas de Onís, with
an amazing group of houses from the 20th
century, in Piloña (Sevares, Villamayor and
Coya), Caravia and other places in Eastern
Asturias.
On some occasions, green areas and gardens care service was transferred to the
community. This is why Asturias counts on
many public parks donated and furnished
by indianos, such as Vicente Loriente park in
Castropol or Ballina park in Villaviciosa, just
to mention two examples.
“Indianos“ files (Colombres)
At the beginning of July the “Indiana Fair”
is held in Colombre which turns into a real
market where goods and overseas products
can be found together with local craftwork
and gastronomy. The Festival Agenda also
includes guided visits, music performances
and exhibitions.
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The great
industrialization legacy:
Working-class heritage
Industrialization meant deepest and fastest transformation
undergone by Asturias. The traditional model started in the
Middle Ages came into a crisis, the Modern age arrived, as
well as capitalism, urban development and, of course, the
working-class movement. It had an impact on how the territory was organized by favouring the centre where coal mines
and iron and steel industry settled although it affected the
whole Principality.
Iron and steel factories were located in the coalmining areas
until the first Spanish iron and Steel company, ENSIDESA, was
founded in Avilés. Communications (particularly railways and
ports) developed in the light of this activity. Energy production, both using small and early hydroelectric stations in the
mountains (La Malva, in Somiedo) as well as great postwar
waterfalls (Grandas or Tanes), enrich this legacy together with
thermoelectric plants or the so called urban factories (Gas
factory in Oviedo for example).
Daily live was changed. The rural country houses as production and accommodation units lost their primacy not only
because of the massive exodus to cities where working-class
neighbourhoods or buildings for rent were built up but also
due to the creation of working-class barracks and barricades
from rural areas to the mountains. The so called “industrial paternalism” meant a new relation between workers and employers as they were offered other supplies apart from housing
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(low-cost supermarket), health care (hospitals) and education
(religious schools).
An excellent example of this industrial paternalism is displayed in (Mieres), an example of this type of housing which follows the garden-city model. Construction quality and shape
are unusual, not only in the semi-detached houses but also
in the equipment provided by Sociedad Hullera Española to
give assistance, fidelize and shortly control their inhabitants,
schools, health care centre, low-cost supermarket, church, leisure centre, etc.
San Esteban de Pravia (Muros de Nalón) port which was the
main coal port in Spain is an example of how its fishing and
leisure uses live together with an excellently preserved industrial heritage of its own. The visitor may contemplate many
port buildings (customs, police headquarters, warehouse,
Works Board…), walk along the old narrow gauge railway
trench, turned into a pedestrians path or gaze at the restored
material stowage cranes or mineral loading bay.
The Principality counts on many other examples of its early
industrialization process such as The “Arnao” Mine Museum
the first mining vertical shaft deepened in Asturias located in
Arnao (Castrillón). It includes a peculiar mine castle lined up
with zinc plates built up by the Royal Asturian Mining Company. One may have a walk along the company village where
there are houses (both for workers and for middle management and owners), schools, low-cost supermarkets, etc., or
one of the first railway to link it with San Juan de Nieva.
The Caudal mining area includes a “must” visit: Turón Valley
(Mieres). It houses lots of mining remains enclosed within its
narrow bottom and rugged slopes where the Santa Bárbara
Shaft(1914), the first one to be declared an Asset of Cultural
Interest of the Principality of Asturias is located. Nalón Valley
is another place with its own name within the history of mining. Its great legacy is ready to be discovered such as the
Ecomuseum of Samuño Valley in Langreo, with its ancient
San Luis well, the mining village of La Nueva, generated by
this, and the cutting and crossing of the mining railway track
that transported the coal and permits visitors to the EcoMuseum to ride an authentic mining train and travel the old
coal route. And the visit to see inside Sotón Pit, built in the
first decades of the 20th century and still operational. Coal
stopped being extracted on 31 December 2014 and it now
operates as an auxiliary pit to the Maria Luisa pit. The tour
lasts for 4 hours and covers around 5km. It goes through the
“La Jota” chimney, between the 8th, 9th and 10th floors, at a
depth of between approximately 386m and 556m below the
earth’s surface.
A tour around old railway lines (linked to different industrial
and mining exploitations) which were turned into pedestrians paths and cycling lanes can be considered as an alternative that combines a visit to old productive areas with
healthy exercise outdoors. This is the case of the well-known
Bear Pedestrian Path that goes across Santo Adriano, Proaza,
Teverga and Quirós councils, Turón Green Route (Mieres) that
recovers former railway lines used by Hulleras de Turón. We
must also include La Camocha Green Route (Gijón) with more
than 7 km between La Camocha and Los Campones.
During the last years, three main facilities have been established to provide historical information and research of the
three main industrialization process foundations in Asturias:
The Museum of Mining and Industry, The Iron and Steel Museum and Railway Museum.
THE MUSEUM OF MINING AND INDUSTRY (MUMI)
It is located in El Entrego (San Martín del Rey Aurelio). The
permanent exhibition: a look at the history of mining in Europe from the Steam Age to the period of maximum industrialisation in Asturias. Furthermore, the museum has reproduced
some typical mining objects and areas such as materials laboratories, infirmary and washhouse.
MUMI’s main part is located in a metallic mine castle outside
whereas inside it accesses the ground floor to find “a repro-
The Museum of Mining and The Industry (El Entrego)
duction of a mine” which is the facility’s core activity. It is a
full-scale reproduction of a mine with real equipment simulating the most important aspects of coal extraction, underground ventilation and transport. You can feel the shocking
experience of descending to the exploitation in a cage and
of perceiving the smell and sounds of this working place…..a
safe feeling.
THE IRON AND STEEL MUSEUM (MUSI)
The museum reception is set in an impressive cooling tower
belonging to the former iron and steel factory owned by
Duro Felguera, a Spanish pioneering company established
in the 19th century. It proposes a historical timeline starting
with the creation of the company and how it influenced the
population and the land. Thanks to models, information panels and interactive modules, and collections pieces we may
understand the historical evolution of the company and its
facilities as well as its impact on the town of Langreo.
Besides, MUSI offers either the chance of guided visits to the
permanent exhibitions or to follow other optional closelyrelated routes such as “Working class housing in La Felguera:
places to live in” and “La Felguera, Pedro Duro entrepreneurial
nature and the origin and development of the urban centre”.
RAILWAY MUSEUM
It is located in the refurbished North Railway Station facilities
in Gijon. It is devoted to keeping, researching and spreading
Asturias railway history. It offers a broad view of the relationship between the railway and the social, technical and economic evolution of Asturias while studying the influence of
the Industrial Revolution and the technological development
brought about by the implementation of the railway in our
region.
More than fifty of restored mobile material pieces are displayed, being some of them in use, coming from Asturias rail
network (one of the denser in Spain). Steam-powered locomotives, old wagons and many other highly valued pieces displayed on the railway thus allowing living a whole experience.
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Facilities for
21st century
New cultural scenarios.
The history of Asturias, built on a hard but beautiful territory, fraught with men and women who put their dreams and their
backs into their development expressed in the rich cultural legacy, is still increasing nowadays and will remain in the future.
Therefore, Asturias houses ambitious projects that extend beyond the regional borders to be classified within artistic and
cultural innovatin thus creating a large offer available to every visitor ready to be surprised.
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The Niemeyer Centre,
much more than a symbol
The Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, one of the most influencing modern architects, was a pioneer when exploring
reinforced concrete building and plastic possibilities. Among
other acknowledgements, he was granted the Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts (1989). Nowadays, his figure is inseparable from Aviles and from Asturias thanks to his only work
in Spain and, in his own words, his most beloved work out of
those built outside Brazil.
In 2006, when the Awards celebrated their 25th Anniversary,
the Foundation contacted all laureates to take part in the celebration either by giving a master class, a seminar, or a meeting with the public “I am an architect and so, what I know
is to design buildings and this is what I am going to do, to
design a building”.
Located by Aviles estuary, just outside town’s historic quarter,
the Niemeyer Centre has transformed the industrial area into
a space for excellence and creativity. It has already become a
symbol of the future Asturias, a country betting on sustainability, technology, education and culture as engines of development without disregarding its industrial roots.
The complex is made up of five independent while complementary parts. The auditorium: with 998 seats whose back
stage wall can be opened thus making it possible to enjoy
the performance at the square; the dome: enclosing an open
space for exhibitions including highly plastic elements; the
tower: a 20 m sight-seeing tower, restaurant and cocktail
lounge and the multi-purpose building: including rehearsal,
meeting and conference rooms as well as the coffee area, the
shop and the reception. Finally, there is a great square to welcome men and women all around the world, an impressive
theatre box overlooking the estuary and the town of Avilés”.
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Laboral, City of
Culture
“Laboral – Ciudad de la Cultura”, an extraordinary architectonical complex located in Gijón brings new life by turning into
a place devoted to promoting training, culture and avantgarde artistic creativity.
The former Universidad Laboral de Gijón was conceived as a
mining orphanage and began its construction in 1948 under
the direction of the architect Luis Moya Blanco. It was meant
to train generations of workers as qualified professionals. It
counted on classrooms, workshops, events room, residencies
and even a 100 hectare farm apart from its more than 130,000
square meters of impressive premises.
This so-called “City of Culture” opened its doors in 2007 thus
becoming a space which pays attention to innovation in the
world of Art. Its magnificent Theatre and the Art and Industrial Creation Centre stand out as the main candidates to become the cultural centre of Asturias.
Leaving aside the current activities of the complex, its architecture has an undisputable charming. Its scale, quality and
peculiarity do not leave the visitor indifferent.
Its majestic central patio surrounded by vaulted porches is
the area around which the complex is structured. In the East,
the former Headship’s building; in the South, the Board’s; in
the North, the Theatre where classicism prevails in the external façade; in the West, the impressive church dominates the
square.
Behind the temple, a 117m enormous tower stands with a panoramic lift that reaches the terrace at the top to enjoy stunning views of Gijon’s bay and its surroundings.
LABORAL ART AND INDUSTRIAL CREATION CENTRE
One of its fundamental focuses is this exhibition centre specifically devoted to art, science, technology and advanced visual industries. It is a place meant to research, train and carry
out artistic and technical production as well as to project new
forms of art and industrial creation.
Casual Visitors are given the chance to enjoy both the permanent collection as well as the interesting temporary exhibitions included in the agenda.
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The architectural
complex of
Buenavista
Located in Oviedo, this complex whose Convention and Exhibition Centre stands out as the central part of it, displays the
talent of the Valencia-born engineer and architect Santiago
Calatrava Valls. It has become an absolutely contemporary
complement for a town full of culture and events such as the
opera season and of reference facilities integrated in its Historic Quarter such as the Fine Arts Museum of Asturias or the
Archaeological Museum. It has been defined as the greatest
civil work after the Universidad Laboral and addresses a wide
agenda hosted by the categorical and personal shapes of this
architect.
The project will end this great work which began to be developed in 2001 and which today constitutes one of the most
famous icons of the capital of Asturias
The Convention and Exhibition Centre is located in the middle of a half-open square and encircled by a “U” where several
constructions interweaved. The surrounding building that
encircles it on three sides presents glazing containers supported by very high steel arrows. An enormous shopping centre
(MODOO) was establish in the lower part and a public space
of more than 30,000 square feet was created around it.
THE CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE
It was designed as an ovoid structure located under two white steel ribs characteristic of Calatrava’s style. It is a kind of
helmet ending in an overhanging canopy.
From both material and formal points of view, it is a characteristic work of the architect: magnificent, expressive and
beautiful. He uses concrete, glass and steel to obtain peculiar
material quality, colours and lighting with an awesome result
which meets the proposed use requirements: singularity, capacity and functionality.
He should mention first the outdoor terrace over the shopping centre access porch covered by the building visor which
displays several potential uses and then the auditorium under a 45m internal vault height and a stage of more than 350
square feet.
This major international architectonic work contributes to
make Oviedo become a worldwide reference in congress and
event organization.
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Asturias, Cinema
Paradise:
At the other side of the screen
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Frame of the movie “What’s a Bear For?”
The camera loves
Asturias
Asturias, with its natural beauty, its landscapes, its heritage
and its people, has captured the attention of many artists
throughout time, including film directors, from the time that
the Lumiere brothers invented film until now, and television,
of course, has also set its sights on an Asturias whose colours,
and scenery are the dream of the best scriptwriters, producers and directors.
The Film Archive of Asturias (Oviedo, Plaza Daoiz y Velarde,
11. Tel. +34 985 207 350) has documentary and physical
examples of films inspired by Asturias.
A scene from “El Orfanato” (LLanes) shooting
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A scene from “La Señora” (Cadavedo) shooting
In recent years, several directors have frequently used Asturias as a setting for their works. Some of the most outstanding films and television series are listed below:
TV SERIES
· Carlos V (Ribadedeva and Llanes).
FILMES
· The night watchman (2015) by Miguel Ángel Jiménez (Langreo,
Morcín).
· La Señora (Llanes, Ribadedeva, Aller and Valdés).
· El futuro ya no es lo que era (2015) by Pedro Barbero (Oviedo,
Llanes).
· Para qué sirve un oso (2010) by Tom Fernández (Proaza, Quirós,
Teverga and Somiedo).
· Fuga de cerebros (2009) by Fernando González Molina (Gijón).
· Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) by Woody Allen (Oviedo).
· El Orfanato (2007) by José Antonio Bayona (Llanes and Ribadesella).
· Luz de domingo (2007) by José Luis Garci (Oviedo, Gijón, Avilés…).
· Oviedo Express (2007) by Gonzalo Suárez (Oviedo).
· El Abuelo (1998) by José Luis Garci (Llanes, Gijón, Lena, Oviedo, Siero, Valdés and Cudillero).
· Volver a Empezar (1982) by José Luis Garci (Gijón and Cangas de
Onís). Oscar winner.
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· Doctor Mateo (Colunga).
· La Regenta (Oviedo and Mieres).
· Vientos de Agua (Gijón, Sobrescobio, San Martín del Rey
Aurelio).
The natural stage that is Asturias has won the love of audiences, those who have thrilled to the stories on the big and small
screen. The arrival of thousands of film and television fans has
given rise to the emergence of routes and tourist products like:
• Llanes Cinema (LLanes) www.llanesdecine.com
• Doctor Mateo Route (Lastres) www.lacomarcadelasidra.es
Also, the region has many film festivals, the most famous of
which, and one of the oldest, is the Gijon International Film
Festival, which is more than fifty years old and is a reference point in the European avant garde and independent film
world.
A country of festivals:
Living celebrations
International Descent of Sella River
When one celebrates one of the traditional Asturian festivals
held along the year and around the whole territory, takes part
and enjoys an amusing and social event.
The romería or pilgrimage, the “puya’l ramu” (the bunch is
given for public auction) and the verbena or open-air dance are common to every Asturian festival. The romería is a
pilgrimage to the sacred place, a temple dedicated to a certain image where mass is celebrated and the image and the
“bunch” are brought out in a procession and carried on portable platforms by several neighbours. It consists on a wooden
structure decorated with bunches of laurel and flowers from
which bread loaf or bread rolls hang. Then the “puya’l ramu”
or auction takes places among the neighbours. The money
collected is invested in the following festival. At this point, the
banquet takes place, amused by drums or bagpipes or by a
small band. The festival ends with an open-air dance at night,
time to dance. It is also common for participants to wear the
“traxe’l país”: the traditional costume which is an essential
part of our cultural identity.
There is a certain correlation between the most characteristic
festivals in Asturias and those declared to be of Touristic Interest. All of them form part of the intensive festival calendar in
Asturias rich of ancient remains and timeless emotions.
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Festival
days
JANUARY
El Guirria y el Aguinaldo, in Ponga.
The Guirria procession and the riders of Christmas box lead
for San Juan de Beleño towards the Cainava neighbourhood
around midday on New Year’s Day. That is the starting point of
the diabolical route around Beleño and when it arrives in Cainava it goes into all open houses and kisses as many young
girls as possible.
FEBRUARY
Gastronomic day of slaughter, in Amieva and Alto Sella.
Every weekend in this month, local restaurants offer menus
based on pork and slaughter-related products.
Antroxu (Carnival), in Gijón.
It officially begins on the night of the traditional “Jueves de
Comadres” (Mates’ Thursday) and lasts until Ash Wednesday
when the Sardine is buried Parades, murgas, floats and dances amuse one of the most intense carnival celebrations in
Asturias.
Antroxu (Carnival), in Avilés.
Carnival is celebrated from Antroxu Thursday until Viella Sunday. Among the different events taking place, the Galiana
International Fluvial Descent stands out in which floats go
down one of streets of the historical quartier full of foam while water is thrown over pedestrians.
MARCH
Easter, in Avilés.
Aviles Easter celebration is a tradition that goes back as far as
1948 where the first procession took place. The celebration
has never been interrupted since then with processions from
Palm Sunday to Good Friday.
Holy Week, in Villaviciosa
This is one of the oldest and most traditional in the region
and has maintained its customs virtually unchanged since
its founding in 1668. The streets are decorated in the violet
colour of the Nazarenes (those taking part in the procession),
and a large audience gathers to attend the commemoration
of the passion and death of Christ.
Painted Eggs Festival, in Pola de Siero.
The festival is amused by performances of Asturian folklore
bands. Thousands of artistically decorated Easter Eggs are exhibited and sold. It is held on Easter Tuesday.
Painted Eggs Festival, Pola de Siero
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APRIL
Salmon Fair, Cornellana, Salas.
It is a compulsory meeting point for salmon, fishing and nature lovers worldwide. It means the beginning of the fishing
season, a deeply rooted Asturian tradition that created the
striking competition of fishing the “campanu” or first salmon
of the season.
El Bollo festivity, in Avilés.
Its origin goes back to the 19th century and it was the expression of coexistence and popular participation. It celebrates
the arrival of springtime and the end of the Paschal fast on
Easter Monday.
Picadillo and Sabadiego (minced meat and Spanish red
sausage), in Noreña.
The pigmeat industry guild created this festival 25 years ago
to pay tribute to their patron saint, San Marcos. Later, it became a popular festival.
MAY
Trasona Dam Pilgrimage, in Corvera de Asturias.
It is held on every 1st of May. Lots of people have enjoyed this
traditional pilgrimage for more than 50 years.
Rice Pudding Festival, in Cabranes.
It is part of San Francisco de Paula Festival Agenda. For more
than 200 years, it has been held the 2nd Sunday of each
month in Santa Eulalia de Cabranes. It includes craftsman
market, rice pudding workshops, music, etc.
Ascension Fair, en Oviedo.
It is held on the closest Sunday to Ascension Day. Stockbreeding Fair, activities and product exhibition to pay a tribute to
those country men and women who do not only preserve the
traditions but also do their best to keep the agricultural and
stockbreeder activities of our country.
Floral carpets of the Corpus, in Castropol.
On the Sunday after the Corpus Christi the narrow streets
are carefully decorated using flowers, seeds, shells and other
materials to create a carpet along which the Corpse of Christ
will walk together with the children making their First Holy
Communion and the band.
JUNE
San Antonio de Padua Festival, in Cangas de Onís.
This devotion is dated in the 17th century. The traditional escanda bread auction goes back to 1749.
Cué Sacramental, in Llanes.
It is held on San Juan Day. The whole village knits awesome
floral carpets to decorate the streets.
Astur Market, in Nava.
It is the recreation of a traditional Asturian market in Nava:
good food and cider, craftsmen…
L’Amuravela Festival, in Cudillero.
L’ Amuravela traditional and secular sermon is given every
29th June at the port. Standing on a landed motorboat, local speaks in Cudillero old and local language (pixueto) and
ironically recalls in detail what has happened during the year.
Seafarers’ Procession of San Juan, San Juan de la Arena
(Soto del Barco)
The centenary seafarers’ procession of San Juan, runs along
the streets of the town as a tribute to seafarers traditionally
marking the start of the white tuna campaign. 17 images are
carried by young men wearing the summer uniform of the
navy, creating a unique spectacle.
JULY
The Exconxuraos, in Llanera.
This medieval dinner is one of the attractive events given during the festival. It moves us back to the Middle Ages to celebrate a historical event when the neighbours went to Oviedo
on a pilgrimage to seek forgiveness to exempt themselves
from communion. It is held during the first weekend of July.
Lamb Festival, in el Prau Llagüezos (Quirós – Lena).
It is a popular Asturian pilgrimage which turns into a great
steakhouse of lamb roasted on a stake in Llagüezos field from
first time in the morning. Folklore band performances and
traditional sports take place in the morning.
Cider Festival, in Nava.
It is held during the second weekend of July to pay tribute
to the cider. There are folklore expressions, free cider tasting,
markets, etc.
Nuestra Señora del Carmen Festival, in Cangas del Narcea. The Descarga (Fireworks).
The Descarga (Fireworks) takes place on the 16th of July
when the image of the Virgin reaches the highest point of the
bridge where Narcea and Luiña rivers join. The intense noise
of thousands of rockets raises a unique pray of fireworks up
to heaven.
Santa María Magdalena Festival, in Llanes.
The transfer and burning of the “bonfire” starts on the great
day, 22nd July and ends with Rodeo dance and Danza Prima
performances.
Santa María Magdalena Festival, in Cangas del Narcea.
A procession dedicated to the Virgin is held on the 22nd of
July and the Magdalena club organizes fireworks and musical
performances among other activities.
Interceltique Festival, in Avilés and its municipality.
Celtic music from different regions can be enjoyed at different stages around the municipality of Aviles as well as Celtic
art, passacaglia, sport exhibition, traditional games, etc.
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Carmín de la Pola Festival, in Pola de Siero.
A fun-religious festival that has been held for more than 300
years on the Monday following the 16th of July. It includes
lunch and a pilgrimage to continue along the streets of the
town.
Shepherd’s Festival, in la Vega d’Enol (Cangas de Onís).
The Shepherd Corporation and Council have an Open Council
meeting after the mass at the Buen Pastor chapel where they
distribute pastures among the shepherds living in the mountains of Covadonga.
Bollu Festival, in La Peruyal (Parres).
The festival starts with the reading of the opening address at
the Town Hall balcony. Then, bagpipers walk along the streets
of the town to warn neighbours that the celebration is about
to arrive.
Vaqueira (Cowboy) Festival, in Aristébano (Tineo - Valdés).
It is held in the Braña of Aristébano on the last Sunday of July.
Although the most important event is the Vaqueira wedding,
the festival in itself is a celebration of the Vaqueiros of Alzada
customs and culture
Beach Tennis Tournament in Luanco (Gozón).
It is a unique sport tournament in which first-level tennis players play on the Rivery Beach. It is held at the end of July or
beginning of August.
Festival of Bagpipes Bands “Villa de Candás”, in Candás
(Carreño).
Thousands of people from all over Europe meet at this event
to enjoy a varied selection of the best bagpipes bands from
the whole of the Celtic world.
National Gold Panning Championship in Navelgas (Tineo).
The best way to get into this sport and learn panning techniques. This sporting event is attended by both Spanish and
foreign fans, who exchange knowhow and news.
AUGUST
National Gold Panning Championship in Navelgas (Tineo).
An activity as unique as prospecting for gold in the sands of
the river with a pan. Along with the official competition, panning workshops are held in the Gold Museum so that everyone can enjoy the experience.
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El Carmen, in Torazo (Cabranes)
Its origins date back to 1766, and its uniqueness lies in the
celebration date, which is not the traditional day on which
this saint is worshipped. It is believed that this is because the
residents agreed to wait to harvest the spelt, at the end of
August, so that they could make the breads that were offered
to the Virgin as thanks for favours granted.
Sardine Festival, in Candás (Carreño).
The tradition invites to eat grilled sardines prepared at the
stands of participating restaurants along San Antonio promenade every 1st of August at 5 o’clock.
Canoeing Festival. International Descent of Sella River.
Parres – Ribadesella.
It has been held since 1930 on the first Sunday of August. The
festival starts with a contestants’ parade around the streets
of Arriondas. The Descent gathers a large number of peculiar
canoeists and is followed by thousands of spectators located
at the banks of the river or on a train that runs parallel to the
canoeists.
Navia Estuary Swim, in Navia.
Both national and international Sportsmen take part in this
event which is the best excuse to celebrate some other festival events.
Asturias Day, in Gijón.
A traditional parade from the Jardines de la Reina to Cerro de
Santa Catalina during the first Sunday of August.
Valdesoto floats, in Siero.
The traditional Valdesoto float parade goes back as far as
1950 when a group of neighbours decided to go to the festival on decorated carts.
Nuestra Señora de Andrín Festival, in Llanes.
It is a fun-religious celebration where bands of bagpipers
walk along the streets of the town. It is held on the 15th.
Nuestra Señora del Cébrano, in Carrea (Teverga).
It is a traditional Asturian pilgrimage dedicated to the Virgin.
It is held on the 15th.
Nuestra Señora del Rosario, in Luarca (Valdés).
Rosario festival stands out because of its typical habaneras
and its seamen procession dedicated to the Virgin whose
image is taken out to walk along the local coastline. It is held
on the 15th.
Alba Festival, in Quirós.
A festival to honour the Virgin of Alba. It is held on the 15th
at the Rock which holds the same name (Aramo Sierra) and
where the sanctuary is located.
San Roque Festival, in Llanes.
This folklore festival’ great day is on the 16th of August where Llanes council folklore bands perform some traditional
dances.
San Roque Festival, in Tineo.
A Vaqueiro (migrating herdsmen from the mountains of Asturias and Leon) festival takes place in San Roque field. A folklore festival where dances, songs and customs are presented
while worshipping the Saint on the 16th.
Asturcón Festival, in the Sueve (Piloña).
Asturcon horse dressage takes place in the middle of a festive
atmosphere where the new born are marked and the Senior
Sueve Shepherd is appointed.
San Pedrín de la Cueva Festival, in Nárzana (Sariego).
On the 19th, the festival day, the Saint is taken out in a procession from the chapel where it is located to a natural cave.
San Timoteo, in Luarca (Valdés).
On the 22nd of August in the morning, rockets and firecrackers are
ignited. Clubs, charangas, and bagpipe bands go on a procession
to the field of San Timoteo. All villagers wear typical local costumes: a loose shirt, a cane and a bread T hanging on the neck.
Folklore Descent of Nalón River, in Pola de Laviana.
The Folklore Descent of the Nalon River takes place at the
same time as the local patron saint festivals on the last weekend of August. Contestants are dressed up in costumes and
go down the river on vessels built up by them.
Casín Cheese Contest, in Caso.
This contest is held at the Arnicio hill (Caso) on the last weekend
of August. There are tastings, sales and workshops to learn how
this cheese awarded with Protected Designation of Origin symbol.
Asturias People’s Day , in Navelgas (Tineo).
It is a brotherhood festival which recalls old harvesting traditions. People from every village enjoy folklore bands and
charangas, bands and the most varied gastronomy.
Cabrales Cheese Contest, in Las Arenas (Cabrales).
Cabrales cheese exhibitions and demonstrations of how it is
produced. The event is amused by folklore bands.
La Regalina, in Cadavedo (Valdés).
This festival was created in 1931 as an expression of Asturian
folklore, customs and traditions to honour the Virgin whose
image was found in a place called Riégala or Regla. It is held
on the last weekend of August.
Cider Festival, in Gijón.
Held on the last weekend of August, this festival focuses on
the most popular beverage in Asturias and attempts to beat
the Guinness record of simultaneous “escanciado” (the art of
pouring cider) every year.
Cattle Market in San Martín de Luiña (Cudillero).
A traditional market with local products and a varied sample
of crafts and traditional games, which ends with a bovine
wedding.
Intercelticu L’Occidente Festival in Tapia de Casariego.
A reference point in Celtic music, a must-visit for lovers of folk
music. But if there is anything that makes this festival special
it is its natural stage on the Murallón beach, a spectacular natural amphitheatre with the sea as a backdrop
Oles Traditional Market, Villaviciosa
A market re-enacted with the entire traditional Asturian essence, with performances of theatre groups, comedians and
all kinds of craftsmanship. There are samples of crafts and
traditional work: black amber, clogs, wood, pottery and ceramics.
First Disembark of Charles V in Tazones, Villaviciosa
Re-enactment made of the disembark of Emperor Charles I of
Spain and V of Germany at the Port of Tazones (Villaviciosa)
in 1517 and of the welcoming afforded to the king and his
entourage by the local people. Every year the neighbours of
Tazones, aided by the Contraste theatre group, are in charge
of representing the arrival of such an illustrious figure with
representations of everyday life and crafts, music, traditional
games, the market, etc.
Nuestra Señora de Andrín Festival, in Llanes
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Virgen de la Guía Festival, in Llanes.
SEPTEMBER
Virgen de la Guía Festival, in Llanes.
Patron Saint festivals held on the 8th ofSeptember in which
the night procession of the Virgen de la Guía image stands
out.
Festival of Nuestra Señora de El Carbayu, in Langreo
Popular celebration whose important day is 8, which is dedicated to the Virgin of El Carbayu and can enjoy religious and
recreational activities for all ages and tastes.
America’s Day in Asturias, in Oviedo.
On the 19th, a float parade takes places long the main streets
of the city in order to pay a tribute to all those who emigrated
to America together with folklore bands as part of local San
Mateo festival.
Santos Mártires de Valdecuna pilgrimage (Mieres).
Those taken part in the pilgrimage go up to the Martyrs chapel (San Cosme and San Damián) on the festival day. There,
they attend to mass and to the public auction of the “ramu”
and have an outdoor meal. It is celebrated on the 27th.
Rallye Princess of Asturias, several councils.
This car race takes places around many parts of Asturias. Numerous local and national supporters follow it.
Fiesta of the Santo Cristo del Amparo in Nueva (Llanes).
Village and porruano passacaglias go through the streets in
search of bands to accompany in the procession to the Saint,
which ends with the traditional and outstanding dance of
Christ on the “prau” of the Fiesta.
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OCTOBER
Hazelnut Festival, in Infiesto (Piloña).
This festival is held at the beginning of October. It is halfway a
festival and gastronomic event focused on this dry fruit.
Apple Festival, in Villaviciosa.
It is held on the closest weekend to Columbus Day. It involves
visiting Apple fields, tasting cider and apples and attending
to exhibitions among other activities. It takes place on odd
years.
Festival of Cangas Quality Wine Harvest, in Cangas del
Narcea
This popular and religious festival of the Virgen del Acebo
takes place at the end of grape harvest during the previous
week to Hispanidad festival.
Cheese Competition of Gamoneo in Benia (Onís).
Sale, sample, exhibition and tasting of traditional cheeses.
The cheese shops and producers of the area compete for the
Prize for variety and the Gamonéu del Valle Prize.
NOVEMBER
Magic Night and Esfoyón and Amagosto Festival, in Navelgas (Tineo).
It is meant to recover traditions such as esfoyón (to pluck
corncob) and Amagüestu (roasted chestnuts), duerno sider
(cider of pressed apples that still has yet to ferment), old forge working, craftsmen working (mangueiros, wooden shoemakers, etc, ...)
Turnip Festival, in Sotrondio (S. Martín del Rey Aurelio).
One may taste different menus based on turnip at the different associated restaurants.
Humanitarian Festival, in Moreda (Aller).
Chanted mass amused by bagpipes. After mass, there is a
float parade where participants are dressed up in local costumes.
Stuffed Onion Festival, in El Entrego (S. Martín del Rey
Aurelio).
Menus based on stuffed onions can be tasted at different restaurants.
Rock Art:
facilities and caves to be visited
In Asturias, caves housing
pre-historic art can be visited
deep inside thus bringing
back the magic of these
places our ancestors turned
into sanctuaries.
Tito Bustillo Cave
Tito Bustillo Rock Art Centre
Ribadesella. Avenida de Tito Bustillo.
Phones: +34 985 185 583 / +34 985 861 255
www.centrotitobustillo.com
Teverga Pre Historical Park
Teverga. San Salvador de Alesga
Phones: +34 985 185 583 / +34 985-764-739
www.parquedelaprehistoria.es
Peña de Candamo Cave
Candamo Cave Information Centre
Candamo. San Román
Phones: +34 985 829 702 (information
Center) / +34 985 828 056 (Town Hall)
www.ayto-candamo.es
Buxu Cave
Cangas de Onís. Cardes
Phone: +34 608 175 467
Peruyal Cave
Glacial Wildlife Information Centre
Onís. Avin - Benia
Information at Glacial Wildlife information
Centre.
Phone: +34 616 212 483
La Loja Cave
La Loja cave Didactic Centre
Peñamellera Baja. El Mazo
Phones: +34 985 414 417 / +34 676 128 176
Pindal Cave
Information Centre
Ribadedeva. Pimiango
Ctra Mirador del Picu al Faro.
Phone: +34 608 175 284 (Guide)
La Lluera Cave
Oviedo. Las Caldas
Phones: +34 622 643 317 / +34 985 761 403
www.cuevasdelalluera.com
Cueva Conde y Abrigo de Santo Adriano
Santo Adriano. Tuñón
Phones: +34 622 643 317 / +34 985 761 403
www.laponte.org
Ardines Cave
Ribadesella. Avda. de Tito Bustillo
Phone: +34 902 306 600
www.centrotitobustillo.com
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Asturian Pre Romanesque
Visit the Pre Romanesque
monuments is immersed in
a time of kings and legends
that shaped the Kingdom of
Asturias.
Asturian Pre Romanesque Information
and Welcome Centre
Oviedo. Antiguas escuelas del Naranco
Phones: +34 985 114 901 / +34 902 306 600
www.centroprerromanicoasturiano.com
Pre-Romanesque Museun of Santianes
de Pravia
Pravia. Santianes
Phone: +34 985 821 204 (Tourist Office).
Pre-Romanesque Museum of San Martín
de Salas
Salas. Plaza de la Campa
Phone: +34 985 830 988 (Tourist Office) /
+ 34 985 830 004 (Ayuntamiento)
Basilica of San Juan (Santianes de Pravia)
Pravia. Santianes
Phone: +34 985 821 204 (Tourist Office)
www.museoprerromanico.com
Santo Adriano Church
Santo Adriano. Tuñón
Phones: +34 622 643 317 / +34 985 761 403
www.laponte.org
Santa María del Naranco
Oviedo. Monte Naranco
Phone: +34 638 260 163 (Guide)
Foncalada Fountain
Oviedo
C/ Foncalada, corner with C/ Gascona
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San Miguel de Lillo Church
Oviedo. Monte Naranco
Phone: +34 638 260 163 (Guide)
San Julián de los Prados Church
Oviedo. C / Selgas, 2
Phone: +34 687 052 826 (Guide)
Holy Chamber and Gothic Cloister of the
Cathedral
Oviedo. Pza. Alfonso II (Cathedral inside)
Phones: +34 985 219 642 / +34 985 203 117
(Museum).
Santa Cristina de Lena
Lena. La Cobertoria
Phones: +34 985 497 608 / +34 609 942 153
(housekeeper)
La Cobertoria Asturian Pre Romanesque
Didactic Centre
Lena .La Cobertoria
Phone: +34 985 497 606
San Salvador de Valdediós Church
(convent and monastery)
Villaviciosa. Valdediós
Phone: +34 670 242 372 (Guide)
Santiago de Gobiendes Church
Colunga. Parroquia de Sales. Gobiendes
Phone: +34 655 809 773 / +34 985 869 043
(Guardesa)
The World of Art
A whole universe of artistic
creativity is reflected in
Asturias.
Fine Arts Museum of Asturias
Oviedo. C/Santa Ana, 1-3
Phones: +34 985 213 061 / +34 985 212 057
www.museobbaa.com
Nicanor Piñole Museum
Gijón. Plaza de Europa, 28
Phone: +34 985 359 594 / +34 985 185 152
http://museos.gijon.es
Langreo Municipal Art Gallery - Eduardo
Úrculo
Langreo. C /La Unión, 31
Phone: +34 984 182 858
www.langreo.as
Juan Barjola Museum
Gijón. C / Trinidad, 17
Phone: +34 985 357 939
www.museobarjola.es
Evaristo Valle Museum
Gijón. Camino de Cabueñes, 261. Somió
Phone: +34 985 334 000
www.evaristovalle.com
Jovellanos Museum (the house where he
was born)
Gijón. Pza. Jovellanos
Phone: +34 985 185 152
Candá Sculpture Center Antón Museum
Carreño. Pza. del Cueto. Candás
Phone: +34 985 871 800
www.museoanton.com
Laboral Art and Industrial Creation
Centre
Gijón. Los Prados, 121
Phone: +34 985 185 577
www.laboralcentrodearte.org
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The Legacy of History
Human activity has been
developing in Asturias for
millenniums.
The History of Asturias at
hand.
Archaeological Museum of Asturias
Oviedo. C / San Vicente, 3-5
Telephone: +34 985 208 977
www.museoarqueologicodeasturias.com
Campo Valdés Roman Baths
Gijón. Campo Valdés s/n
Phone: +34 985 185 151
Veranes Roman Villa
Gijón. St. Maria de Veranes
Phones: +34 985 185 129 / +34 629 755 409
Coaña Iron-Age Castro Didactic Centre
Coaña. Villacondide
Phone: +34 985 978 401
www.parquehistorico.org
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Chao Samartín Museum and Iron-Age
Castros
Grandas de Salime. Castro
Phone: +34 985 627 143
www.chaosamartin.es
Peña Tú Idol
Llanes. Puertas de Vidiago
Phone: +34 664 382 026 (Tourism Office)
Campa Torres Natural Archaeological
Park
Gijón. Ctra. Campa de Torres
Phone: +34 985 185 234
Valduno Romans Baths
Las Regueras. Valduno
www.caminrealdelamesa.es/turismo/es/
museos
Tradition and Ethnography
The great ethnographical
richness and uniqueness
of Asturias allows opening
museums where traditions
are alive.
Ethnographic Museum of Asturian
People
Gijón. Paseo Doctor Fleming, 877
Phones: +34 985 182 960 / +34 985 182 963
www.redmeda.com
Grandas de Salime Ethnographic
Museum
Grandas de Salime. Avda. El Ferreiro
Phone: +34 985 627 243
www.museodegrandas.com
www.redmeda.com
Ethnographic Museum - Marquis of
Sargadelos House
Santa Eulalia de Oscos. Ferrereila de Baxo
Phone: +34 985 621 295 / +34 985 626 032
(Town Hall)
www.redmeda.com
“Juan Pérez Villamil” Ethnographic
Museum and Entrance to the Historical
Park
Navia. Puerto de Vega
Phone: +34 985 648 805
www.redmeda.com
Vaqueiro (Cow-boy) Museum (MUVAS)
Tineo. Naraval
Phone: +34 677 896 992
www.muvas.es
www.redmeda.com
Somiedo Ethnographic Museum
Somiedo. Caunedo
Phones: +34 985 763 984 / +34 985 763 652
www.caminrealdelamesa.es/turismo/es/museos
www.redmeda.com
Grado Ethnographic Museum
Grado. Finca “La Cardosa”
Phone: +34 985 752 277
www.redmeda.com
Ethnographic Museum of Quirós and
Municipality
San Salvador, AS-229, pk. 8,4.
Phones: +34 985 768 160
Reservations: + 34 689 754 466
www.quiros.es/museo-etnografico
www.redmeda.com
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Ethnographic Museum of Llecheria
Morcín. C / Naveo, 31 – La Foz
Telephone: +34 985 795 222 / +34 985 795 461
www.redmeda.com
Wood and Beekeeping Museum
Caso. Veneros y Tanes
Phone: +34 985 608 097 / +34 985 608 002
www.redmeda.com Prior Booking
Maritime Museum of Asturias
Gozón. Luanco
Telephone: +34 985 880 101
www.museomaritimodeasturias.com
www.redmeda.com
Ethnographic Museum of Eastern
Asturias
Llanes. Porrúa
Phone: +34 985 402 547
www.porrua.net
www.redmeda.com
Cider Museum of Asturias
Nava. Pza. Príncipe de Asturias
Telephone: +34 985 717 422
www.museodelasidra.com
www.redmeda.com
Rural School Museum
Cabranes. Viñón
Phone: +34 985 898 213 / +34 985 898 002
(Town Hall)
www.museodelaescuelarural.com
www.redmeda.com
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Os Teixois Ethnographic Site
Taramundi. Teixois
Phones: +34 985 979 684 / +34 608 248 913
www.osteixois.es
Cangas Wine Museum
Cangas del Narcea. Barrio de San Tiso
Phones: +34 984 497 009 / +34 680 148 012
http://museovinocangas.wordpress.com
Museums and Thematic
Facilities
Asturias is full of facilities
to be enjoyed. For further
information please visit
www.turismoasturias.es
and Tourism Offices of the
Principality of Asturias.
Jurassic Museum of Asturias (MUJA)
Colunga. Rosa de San Telmo
Phones: +34 985 185 583 / +34 985 868 000
www.museojurasicoasturias.com
Indiano Archive Foundation
Ribadedeva. Colombres
Phone: +34 985 412 005
www.archivodeindianos.es
Selgas Fagalde Foundation
Cudillero. La Quinta (El Pito)
Phone: +34 985 590 120
www.selgas-fagalde.com – prior booking
Bustiello Mining Village Information
Centre
Mieres. Bustiello
Phone: +34 985 422 185
www.territoriomuseo.com
The Iron and Steel Museum (MUSI)
Langreo. La Felguera
Phone: +34 985 678 477
www.museodelasiderurgia.es
Railway Museum of Asturias
Gijón. Pza. Estación del Norte
Phone: +34 985 181 777
http://museos.gijon.es/
Museum of Mining and Industry (MUMI)
San Martín del Rey Aurelio. El Entrego
Phone: +34 985 663 133
www.mumi.es
Gijon Aquarium
Gijón. Playa de Poniente
Phone: +34 985 185 220
www.acuariodegijon.com
Atlantic Botanic Garden
Gijón. Avenida Jardín Botánico
Phones: +34 985 185 130 / +34 985 185 131
www.botanicoatlantico.com
Gold Museum of Asturias (MOA)
Tineo. Navelgas
Phone: +34 985 806 018
www.museodeloro.es
Urban History Museum of Avilés
Avilés. Calle la Ferrería, 35
Phone: +34 985 565 512
www.avilescultura.com
Radio Museum
Bimenes. Suares T
Phone: +34 985 700 004
http://casadelesradios.blogspot.com.es/
Philippe Cousteau Anchor Museum
Castrillón. Salinas
Phone: +34 985 502 163
www.museodeanclas.es - free visit
Valle de Samuño Mining Eco-Museum
Langreo. Ciaño
Phone: +34 984 082 215
www.ecomuseominero.es
Arnao Mine Museum
Castrillón. Arnao
Phone: +34 985 507 799
www.museominadearnao.es
Interpretation Center of “el Hórreo” (the
granary)
Ribera de Arriba. Güeno / Bueño.
Phone: +34 985 087 223
www.territoriomuseo.com
Museum Fernando Alonso
Llanera.La Morgal.
Phone: +34 984 180 808
www.fernandoalonso.com/museo
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