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From almost any point on shore, the Picos de Europa can be seen in the background. The name comes from the sailors of the past: on their way back from the New World, the Picos were the first visible point of Europa. The Picos stands majestically, like an explosion towards the blue heavens. It towers over a region of raging rivers known for their salmon and trout, vast orchards and quaint farmhouses.
Over 350 kilometers long, the Costa Verde is a satiation of vast, fine sand beaches and promenades numbering in the hundred, secluded, small coves, wild gorges, protected ports and fishing communities overlooking their harbors.The bounty of diverse landscapes of the Asturian coast gives one an assortment of options -- take hikes and explore nature, discover its culture and history, go to romer (open-air festivals) and traditional fiestas, enjoy the bustle of crowded places, party all night, or simply just bask in the sun s warmth.
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The climate of Asturias is that of the Spanish Atlantic, characterized by year-round rainfall and moderate temperatures with the exception of the high mountain areas. This near perfect climate makes the Asturian holiday unforgettable.
Major attractions are the Way of Santiago with its innumerable monuments and the Ruta de la Plata , "silver route," one of the oldest lines of communication in the Iberian Peninsula . Both routes lead to Asturias .
Prehistoric sites nestled in magnificent surroundings are definitely a must-see. There are remains of human settlement in Asturias from the Stone Age. The most well known are the caves of Tito Bustillo near Ribadesella, El Pindal, El Buxu and Candamo , all exquisite examples of Paleolithic art and ancient Celtic settlements.
Asturias boasts of a great cultural wealth, where visitors can discover age-old customs and ways of life in places which typical tourist routes do not explore. There is interesting folk music, with the bagpipe as a typical instrument. Due to the Celtic roots of the region, the bagpipe Ga most often replace the guitar in village bands. Asturias also offers a distinctive architectural style known as " prerom , best displayed in the 9 th and 10 th century churches of the Asturian capital, Oviedo . Every spring there is the fun of Carneval , also known as Antroxu in Aviles .
Asturias is also a magnificent combination of nature, history, and art. The Gothic Church of Santa Maria , the tower from the old ramparts which are only partly conserved and the Renaissance mansions and palaces, these are just a few of the structures that create such a perfect m
Asturias is home of many ancient practices and beliefs, and the region's popular customs are among the most interesting of Spain . Artisanship and gastronomy have an exalted reputation and surely you must not miss the excellent sea-food along the coast and, in the mountains, typical dishes such as Fabada , made of a special sort of beans, blood sausage. The region also produces a variety of delicious cheese specialties, and of course, cider.
Cities to consider when traveling to Austrias are Oviedo, Gijon and Aviles . UNESCO declared all three cities Patrimony of the Humanity , due to their outstanding monuments. Moreover, approximately a third of Asturias has been given special status as Protected Natural Space -- recognition of its outstanding beauty and value. UNESCO has named four specific nature reserves as dedicated reserves of the biosphere.
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