Attraction

Sanctuary of Covadonga

Visit the sacred Sanctuary of Covadonga in Asturias, where Spanish history was shaped. This religious complex includes the Santa Cueva, a stunning basilica, and offers beautiful mountain views.

A place of great religious and historical significance where Don Pelayo defeated the Arabs, marking the beginning of the Reconquista. The complex includes the Santa Cueva where the Lady of Covadonga ('la Santina') is venerated, a Romanesque chapel, and a beautiful neo-Romanesque basilica built with pink marble from local mountains.

Category
Religious Site
Website Url
Official website
Latitude
43.3508
Longitude
-5.1274

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