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1. theorangebackpack.nl › best-things-to-do-in-aviles10 best things to do in Avilés, Spain - The Orange Backpack

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   • Centro Niemeyer. When you hear the name ‘Niemeyer’, you might first think of the iconic design of the city of Brasilia in Brazil. But did you know that this famous architect also left his mark on the small town of Avilés in northern Spain?
   • Iglesia de Santo Tomás de Canterbury. One of the literal highlights of Avilés is the Iglesia de Santo Tomás de Canterbury with its two tall towers. It’s a striking sight and one of Avilés’ attractions where you’ll definitely want to make a stop.
   • Plaza de los Hermanos Orbón. When exploring the picturesque streets of Avilés, we strongly recommend seeking out Plaza Hermanos Orbón. We could have easily missed the square if we hadn’t known about its existence.
   • Plaza de España. The Plaza de España forms the vibrant heart of Avilés, serving as the gateway to the town’s principal thoroughfares: La Ferrería, La Cámara, Rivero, San Francisco, and La Fruta.

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   Avilés is, along with Oviedo and Gijón, one of the main cities in the Principality of Asturias. The town occupies the flattest land in the municipality, partially in a land that belonged to the sea, surrounded by small promontories, all of them having an altitude of less than 140 metres. Situated in the Avilés estuary, in the Northern ...

3. turispanish.com › tourism › aviles-spain-tourismDiscovering Aviles: A Hidden Gem in Spanish Tourism

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   Aug 9, 2024 · Known for its vibrant cultural scene, picturesque architecture, and delectable cuisine, Avilés invites travelers to explore its historic old town, featuring the iconic Galiana Street and the impressive Niemeyer Center.

4. livingasturias.com › aviles-layered-cityAVILÉS: HISTORY, INDUSTRY AND CULTURE - Living Asturias

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   Apr 10, 2018 · Avilés’ most famous contemporary site characterizes the rebirth of the city. A city that has struggled, like so many others, with the transition between an industrialist and post-industrialist society.

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5. fascinatingspain.com › place-to-visit › what-to-seeWhat to see in Avilés - Fascinating Spain

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   Avilés is the third largest city in the Principality of Asturias, which saw increase its population and territory from the installation, in the fifties, as Ensidesa steel firms. Despite its recent industrial past, the city has civil and religious buildings of great artistic value, covering different periods and styles, from Romanesque to Modernism.

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6. en.asturias.com › a-walk-through-avilesWhat to see in Avilés: a walk through Avilés Tourism ...

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   Apr 25, 2023 · In the Parque del Muelle we will find the best known sculpture of Avilés. It represents the figure of the sailor Pedro Menéndez, ahead of Florida and founder of the first city of the United States, San Agustín. In this same park we find the sculpture of La Foca. The homage to a very sociable horse that arrived at the port of Aviles in 1950 ...

7. www.turismoasturias.es › en › descubreCities of Asturias. Avilés. - Turismo Asturias

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   Cities of Asturias. Avilés. Avilés. TitleAvilésAsturias Centre. AddressAddress:Centro de Recepción de Turismo C/Ruiz Gómez, 21 - 33402 Avilés. PhonePhone:(+34) 985 544 325. EmailEmail: turismo@aviles.es. SiteSite: https://avilescomarca.info/. If Shakespeare had known it, he would surely have been inspired by it and his merchant would have ...

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   What is Avilés known for?

   • This is Avilés: commercial, maritime and medieval. Altitude: 8 m. Known as Villa del Adelantado, in reference to the renowned Pedro Menéndez, this city has one of the most beautiful old towns in all of Asturias.

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   What makes Avilés so special?

   • The size and proportions of its estuary, and its passage through the very heart of the city, make Avilés the only city in Asturias with a powerful river flow at the foot of its historic quarter, one of the best preserved in the whole of northern Spain.

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   Is Avilés a cultural city?

   • Avilés has always been a cultural city, but there’s clearly a bigger offer than 10 years ago. There’s the renewed Teatro Valdez, the Centro Niemeyer, but also many small initiatives”, tells Rubén. On the other side of the city is the bar Lord Byron located. In the small city Avilés this only comes down to a walk of a kilometre.

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   Why should you visit Avilés?

   • Avilés is characterized by its small medieval city center, where narrow streets and historic squares take visitors on a journey back in time. We enjoyed the beautiful palaces, atmospheric churches, and picturesque alleyways. Some buildings and streets even date back to the twelfth century.

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