Covadonga - Wikipedia
WEBCovadonga (Asturian: Cuadonga, from cova domnica "Cave of Our Lady" [1]) is one of 11 parishes in Cangas de Onís, a municipality within the province and autonomous community of Asturias, in Northwestern Spain. It …
Battle of Covadonga - Wikipedia
WEBThe Battle of Covadonga took place in 722 between the army of Pelagius the Visigoth and the army of the Umayyad Caliphate. [4] [5] [1] Fought near Covadonga, in the Picos de Europa, it resulted in a victory for the Christian forces of Pelagius.
Battle of Covadonga: The Beginning of the Reconquista in the …
WEB3 days ago — Pelayo, sculpture in Covadonga, Spain. The Battle of Covadonga is the name retrospectively given to a long series of skirmishes and ambushes during the summer of 722 in the Picos de Europa, in Asturias, after which the column sent by the Umayyad Caliphate to subdue Asturias and stop Pelagius’ raids was destroyed and its leader killed.
How to Visit the Sanctuary of Covadonga in Asturias, Spain
WEBApr 21, 2024 — The Covadonga Sanctuary is a place of worship and pilgrimage dedicated to Our Lady of Covadonga. It comprises the (1) Holy Cave, (2) Basilica, (3) Covadonga Museum, (4) San Fernando Collegiate Church, and (5) Monument to King Pelayo.
Covadonga. How to get there. Tourism Asturias.
WEBAll the practical information you need to fully enjoy your visit to Cuadonga/Covadonga: how to get there, where to eat, where to stay, possible routes to follow on foot or by car, other active tourism activities, all with maps and brochures of …
Covadonga, Spain; a religous sanctuary and village set in beautiful ...
WEBCovadonga is one of the most important sites in Asturias. It is home to an important religious sanctuary and is surrounded by wonderful mountain scenery. It is commonly said to be a gateway to the splendid Picos de Europa mountain range in northern Spain.
Covadonga the Sanctuary of Asturias | asturias.com
WEBFeb 5, 2024 — The Lakes of Covadonga. constitute a natural gate to the Picos de Europa National Park. Only at 12 km, ascending through a narrow and steep road, you reach the beautiful places where the lakes of Enol and La Ercina meet: The Lakes of Covadonga.
Visiting Covadonga – 6 Tips to Enjoy One of Spain’s Sacred Sites
WEBMay 27, 2019 — If you’re interested in visiting Covadonga or doing a return trip, we’d love to share with you our six tips for truly enjoying one of Spain’s most sacred sites. Visiting Covadonga – Its Epic History
Things to Do in Covadonga - Fascinating Spain
WEBMay 27, 2024 — Trip and what to see in Covadonga, mythical Asturian sanctuary of the Reconquest. All the practical information to spend a weekend in the area. Communities and Social Networks in Spain
Covadonga | Sacred Cave, Picos de Europa, Asturias | Britannica
WEBCovadonga, village, Asturias provincia (province) and comunidad autónoma (autonomous community), northwestern Spain. It lies east of Oviedo city, at the head of the Sella River valley, near the base of the Europa Peaks, which form the highest massif of …
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