Oviedo

Oviedo is the capital of the province of Asturias and is renowned for some of its churches. Located just about twenty one mile from the coast, Oviedo Spain is considered a haven for great scenery, skiing, and beaches. On the Oviedo map Spain for tourists you will also come across an impressive old-town center, museums, and significant historic architectural sites. The one considered most important is located in the middle of Old Oviedo and has fine Gothic structure. Tourists can see the tombs of the Asturian kings in the cathedral. The Camara Santa besides it houses the cathedral's store of sacred relics and treasures which is famous throughout Spain. Oviedo also boasts of an active cultural life featuring concerts, opera, theater, and exhibitions.

On a trip to Oviedo Spain, don’t miss an opportunity to relish typical Asturian cooking simply prepared with fine quality ingredients. As a souvenir you can carry back kitchen utensils, farm equipment and Celtic pottery from the Taramundi iron workshops at Oviedo. A tourist’s itinerary on the Oviedo map Spain would also include the Santa María del Naranco Hall, a hunting hall which is now a part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Two other attractions under the UNESCO World Heritage include Basilica of San Julián de los Prados and La Foncalada, the only preserved pre-Romanesque civil work in the whole of Europe. You can check into some of the finest Oviedo Hotels Spain and plan a trip to a bar and restaurant to enjoy cider, which is not to be missed by a tourist.