Area: 10,504 km²
Population: 1.06 million
Capital: Oviedo
Amongst the artistic wealth of Asturias, highlights include only vestiges of
Pre-Romanesque art in the country. This style is represented by 14
buildings, constructed between the 8th and 10th centuries, which symbolise the
birth and development of the Asturian Monarchy, which was the first Christian
kingdom on the Iberian Peninsula.
A third of the region’s territory has been declared Protected Natural Space,
including the outstanding Picos de Europa Nature Park, with its many hiking
routes. The region has variety of characteristic dishes, the most famous
being fabada, the typical hearty white bean stew of Asturias, with spicy
sausage and black pudding. Other culinary highlights are its large number
of cheeses, featuring the widest selection in Spain, with more than 20
officially recognised varieties. The region has a mild climate
year-round, with abundant rains that make Asturias famous for its lush, green
landscapes.
For more information:
Asturias Tourism website