The Principality of Asturias is
constituted of a single province, the
capital is Oviedo. It is limited
by high mountain ranges, Cordillera
Cantabrica, where you find some
outstanding natural preserves such as
Picos de Europa and the national
parks of Covadonga and Somiedo.
Asturias is well known for its green
landscapes, and just at a few kilometres
from high mountain peaks there is the
Cantabric coast with great beaches
and colorful fishing villages.
Major attractions are the Way of
Santiago with its numberless monuments
and the Ruta de la Plata, "silver
route", which both lead through
Asturias.
Asturias too is the home of
ancient rites and beliefs, and this
region's popular customs are among the
most interesting of Spain. Artisany
and gastronomy are of high reputation,
you may try excellent sea-food along the
coast and, in the mountains, typical
dishes such as Fabada, made of a
special sort of beans, blood sausage and
various cheese specialities, together
with a glass of cider.
Andalucia |
Aragon |
Asturias |
Basque Country |
Cantabria |
Castilla-La Mancha |
Castilla y Leon |
Catalonia |
Extremadura |
Galicia |
Madrid |
Murcia |
Navarra |
La Rioja |
Valencian Community
|
