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Located in
the north of Spain,and an integral part of the Cider
Region (Comarca de la Sidra), Villaviciosa lives up
to its name, sinonymous for "fertile land",
being situated at the convergence of a number of abundant
and fertile valleys. The town is on the estuary of the
river by the same name, with the Cantabrian sea
making its way inland over the 7 km at high tides. The
estuary is a declared Natural Protected Space, with a
wide variety of aquatic birdlife. A number of diverse
activities, like canoeing, hiking and boat trips are also
enjoyed. At the river mouth, one of Asturias´ most
beautiful beaches is to be found. The Playa de Rodiles
is a one kilometre stretch of golden sand, backed by an
ample area of picnic tables, under the trees, for those
who prefer shade, whilst enjoying the gentle sea breeze. |
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For those with
an interest in art and history, Villaviciosa is one of
the most important areas when referring to the Asturian
Preromanesque and Romanesque eras. Visits to the nearby
9th century Preromanesque Church of San Salvador (known
locally as el Conventin), in Valdedios, San Juan de Amandi,
and many more, can be made on foot or by car. |
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If guests prefer a quiet stroll through the old part of
town, there are numerous old family homes within
a stones throw of the hotel, still bearing a variety of
carved stone family coats of arms. The Apple and Cider
monument, by Mariano Benlliure, and of course, the
Church of Santa Maria de la Oliva, example of the
architectural transition from Romanesque to Gothic, are
some of the many interesting sites to be found within
Villaviciosa. |
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Villaviciosas
geographic position makes it many peoples preffered choice
as a base from which to spend unforgetteble days, being
perfectly situated for excursions to Asturias´main
attractions: Covadonga and the Picos de Europa,
Ribadesella and Llanes, and of course, the
cities of Oviedo and Gijón. |
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