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Oviedo the capital city is steeped in medieval history and architecture having been founded by monks in the 8th century AD, and it has been home to kings and palaces every since. The architecture from the period early 1300´s to the 17th century is outstanding. Included in this treasure is the Cathederal of San Salvador finished in 1388. The whole province also littered with historic sites many preserved from the fall of the roman empire in late 4th century AD.
Main municipal centres include Oviedo, Gijón, Aller, Avilés, Castrillón, Langreo, Mieres, and Siero.
The Spanish name for the Bay of Biscay, the Cantabrian sea also lends its name to the Cantabrian mountains whose towering crags are within Asturian borders, including the peak of Torrecerredo in the Picos de Europa National park. The area offers great opportunity for climbing, hill walking skiing and caving.
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