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Top 10 things to do in Asturias Spain
Known as the ´green´ part of Spain, Asturias attracts thousands of visitors a year. In stark contrast to the southern coast of Spain, Asturias boasts beautiful landscapes, rivers, scenery and greenery that you will not find elsewhere, and is the perfect holiday destination for lovers of the countryside. Below are the top 10 things to do in Asturias:
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1. Cares Gorge and the Picos de Europa
Hike or walk around the Cares Gorge and the Picos de Europa. Three tall peaks dominate this area, and provide perfect walking and hiking terrain. Local landscape and scenery is stunning.
2. Horse riding Asturias
Enjoy trekking through the foothills of limestone at the base of the Picos de Europa, on horseback. There are several riding schools in and around Asturias, which will take experienced riders and beginners.
3. The Picos de Europa National Park Asturias
Visit the stunning National Park of the Picos de Europa, and enjoy some of the best natural landscapes in Europe. Perfect for hiking, walking or enjoying the views of open countryside.
4. The Costa Verde Asturias
Aptly named the Green Coast, the Costa Verde of Asturias is one of the wildest, rugged coastlines in Spain, and also one of the most scenic regions. Well worth a visit.
5. Visit Playa de Ballota
Playa de Ballota is one of the largest beaches in Asturias, and also one of the liveliest areas. Enjoy superb fish and seafood in local restaurants, plus regular markets through the streets. Local bars and cafés come alive at night, and you can enjoy the hustle and bustle of this vibrant region.
6. The Parque Natural de Somiedo Asturias
If you are a lover of nature and the great outdoors, visit the Parque Natural de Somiedo Asturias. With impressive fauna and flora, you can also see a vast range of migrating birds in the bird sanctuary.
7. Water sports Asturias
Asturias is the perfect holiday destination, not only for lovers of the countryside, but also for the more adventurous. Enjoy numerous activities including: Scuba diving, kite surfing and paragliding. If you are not feeling too energetic, but like to be out on the water, take a trip on dolphin boat, and you may even see some sharks out at sea.
8. Golf Asturias
Enjoy the golf courses of Asturias. The rugged terrain makes for some challenging golf courses, and most offer stunning views over open countryside, the sea and mountains. Golfers come from all over Europe to play the courses in Asturias, and cheap apartment and villa rental is available around the region.
9. Shopping Asturias
Enjoy the local markets, or indulge yourself at the shopping malls and retail outlets, which offer traditional handicrafts as well as the latest products to hit the market.
10. Nightlife Asturias
The smaller villages and towns of Asturias offer visitors more traditional restaurants, cafés and bars, but the larger cities have more lively nightlife. If you want to dance till dawn, take a trip to Aviles, Oviedo or Gijon, where you will also find a superb choice of restaurants and bars.
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