Oviedo
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What to see?
The most emblematic monument in Oviedo is the Cathedral. This is a Gothic-style building that began construction in the late 13th century. Inside, several relics are housed, with the Victory Cross standing out, which is the cross on the Asturian flag and one of the most important symbols of the province.
In addition to the Cathedral, Oviedo is notable for its pre-Romanesque churches, featuring a very special and unique architectural style. Among them are the churches of San Julián de los Prados, San Miguel de Lillo, and Santa María del Naranco.
Another beautiful place in Oviedo is the Historical Building of the University of Oviedo, inaugurated in 1608. It houses the central services of the University and the central university library.
A characteristic and interesting aspect of Oviedo is its statues: there are many of them, each with a different style. Some are dedicated to well-known figures like Mafalda and Woody Allen, while others may become meeting points when you gather with friends. We invite you to wander through the streets of Oviedo and discover the stories behind these statues.
Oviedo boasts a very pleasant and unique historic center, where many streets are pedestrianized, allowing you to stroll peacefully without worrying about cars. Additionally, there are several noteworthy squares in the city center, such as Plaza del Fontán, where the city's most important market takes place, and Plaza de Trascorrales, a somewhat hidden but beautiful square.
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Museums
Museo de Bellas Artes de Asturias
In this museum there is a large collection of paintings, sculptures, drawings, engravings and industrial arts. The collection includes paintings by Spanish and foreigner artists, among which the Asturian, Italian and Flemish pieces are remarkable.
Centro de Recepción e Interpretación del Prerrománico Asturiano
If you’re interested in this architectural style, we recommend you to visit the Center for Reception and Interpretation of the Asturian Pre-Romanesque. There are scale models, interpretation panels, maps, chronograms and photographs about these buildings.
Museo Arqueológico de Asturias
The Archaeological Museum of Asturias is the most important museum of such in the region. The permanent exhibit narrates the history of Asturias since the Prehistory to the High and Late Middle Ages, presenting the different peoples that have inhabited our territory over the history.