Oviedo
Asturias, Spain• Population: 220,000
About Oviedo
The capital of Asturias, known for its medieval old town, stunning cathedral, and vibrant cultural scene. Oviedo is famous for its pre-Romanesque churches, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites, and for being a significant stop on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.
Top Attractions in Oviedo
Historical Monument
San Miguel de Lillo
A beautiful pre-Romanesque church built around 842 AD, originally part of a larger structure. Features distinctive horseshoe arches, intricate carvings and architectural innovations that influenced later medieval buildings.
Santa María del Naranco
A 9th-century pre-Romanesque palace-turned-church that stands as one of the finest examples of Asturian architecture. Originally built as a royal palace for King Ramiro I before being converted to a church.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Monuments of Oviedo and the Kingdom of the Asturias
A remarkable collection of pre-Romanesque architectural monuments from the 9th century, representing the height of the Kingdom of Asturias. The monuments include the churches of Santa María del Naranco, San Miguel de Lillo, Santa Cristina de Lena, the Cámara Santa, and San Julián de los Prados, featuring innovative structural elements and distinctive decorative features that had significant influence on medieval architecture in the Iberian Peninsula.
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Quick Facts
- Region
- Asturias
- Population
- 220,000
- Coordinates
- 43.3602°N, -5.8447°W
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