5 most visited areas of Asturias

About the destination: Oviedo is a cathedral city, capital of the Principality of Asturias, in Northern Spain. It is indeed an old city, but with the amenities of any modern city. The architecture of Oviedo is charming and attractive, but the city is best known for its delicious Asturian food. Oviedo is today a city with a remarkable international profile through the Prince of Asturias Awards, presented annually at the Campoamor Theatre, and the International Campus, attended by personalities of the highest global relevance. The old part of Oviedo is called the Casco Antiguo. Wander along cobbled streets admiring its beautifully restored buildings and squares. Located in the centre of Oviedo's old quarter, Plaza de la Constitución, along with Cathedral Square, is the most central and important square in the city of Oviedo. The square includes the City Hall and the Church of San Isidoro Real, located at the west end of the Plaza. Nearby we have the equally important Plaza de la Catedral, Cathedral Square. Its highlights are the Gothic Cathedral of Oviedo, the Jardín de los Reyes Caudillos with statues of the Kings of Asturias, and the baroque Palace Valdecarzana and Heredia. We can also see the statue of Ana Ozores, a main character of Clarín’s novel The Regent's Wife. Oviedo is proud of its past but it is also home to modern industry and commerce. Sleek shopping boutiques selling expensive clothing, handbags, and shoes, and other high-quality items line the city streets. Oviedo has its own stadium, as well as theatres, art galleries, and a university. Public parks and fountains also dot the city and provide the locals with a haven from the hustle and bustle of city life. Oviedo is a fine city where old and new not only coexist but flourish together.