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Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura es el resultado de un proyecto de transformacion que el Gobierno del Principado de Asturias acometio en 2001 con el fin de dar nueva vida al edificio de la antigua Universidad Laboral de Gijon.El proyecto vio la luz en marzo de 2007: nacia Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura, una ciudad cultural del siglo XXI, abierta plural, en la que hay espacio para todo tipo de espectaculos y propuestas de ocio.La sede de Radiotelevision del Principado de Asturias en el antiguo Convento de las Clarisas, LABoral Centro de Arte y Creacion Industrial, el Centro Integrado de Formacion Profesional, el Patio Corintio que alberga la Tienda, la Torre, la Escuela de Arte Dramatico y Profesional de Danza, la Iglesia, el Cafe, el Teatro, el Paraninfo y la Facultad de Comercio, Turismo y Ciencias Sociales "Jovellanos", son algunos de los espacios que tienen su sede en la Ciudad de la Cultura.La tarea de recuperacion del monumental edificio con nuevos usos relacionados con la cultura, la formacion y la creacion, aun esta en marcha, en un apasionante proceso que no cesa y en el que nuevos espacios se iran sumando de forma paulatina hasta completar una ciudad singular.Laboral City of Culture is the result of a transformation project the Government of the Principality of Asturias undertook in 2001 in order to give new life to the building of the old Laboral University of Gijon.The project became a reality in March 2007: it was the birth of La Laboral City of Culture, an open and plural 21st Century cultural city, offering space for all kinds of shows and leisure proposals.The headquarters of the Principality of Asturias Broadcasting Corporation in the old Convent of Clarissa nuns, LABoral Art and Industrial Creation Centre, the Integrated Professional Training Centre, the Corinthian Patio housing the Shop, the Tower, the College of Dramatic Art and Professional Dance, the Church, the Cafe, the Theatre, the Auditorium and the Jovellanos University College, are some of the spaces with their headquarters in the City of Culture.The task of recovering the monumental building with new uses related to culture, training and creation, is still underway in a thrilling non-stop process, which will gradually add new spaces up until the completion of this singular city.
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  • Nora L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic place both for kids and adults! One of its kind! I genuinely recommend it. The surroundings are beautiful. We prebooked and prepaid our ticket but I guess it is possible to buy on the spot if there are free places left.
    Written November 7, 2023
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  • brian d
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited Covadonga Sanctuary and lakes yesterday. The lakes are pretty spectacular and the Sanctuary is interesting. If you drive there you need to leave your car in the parking in the sanctuary area and use a shuttle taxi van. The fare is 12 Euros per person and is about a 20 minute drive each way. You can come back on any of the affiliated taxi vans whenever you want. They do shuttle runs all day. The road is closed to private vehicles because of a serious bus accident that was caused by a private car. I am experience at mountain driving and while I could certainly drive those roads with no problem, I would not want to do it with the road full of amateurs. The taxi vans and buses coordinate with each other so they don’t need to pass each other on the tighter curves. The 12 Euros per head is a bargain and the whole event is very well organized.
    Written September 15, 2023
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  • Christian M
    Copenhagen, Denmark4,144 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    … and 3 km back again.

    You’ll end up in beautiful surroundings with great views over Oviedo city. 100 metres away is another historical site, San Miguel de Lillo. Both buildings are pretty seen from the outside, but the top attraction is the walk up here and the views.

    The following is a quote from Wikipedia:

    “Iglesia de Santa María del Naranco is a pre-Romanesque Asturian building on the slope of Mount Naranco …. Ramiro I of Asturias ordered it to be built as a royal palace, part of a larger complex that also incorporated the nearby church of San Miguel de Lillo, 100 meters away. The palace was completed in 842 and had in part a religious function, being consecrated in 848.”
    Written December 15, 2022
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  • Vanessa P
    Deidesheim, Germany87 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Covadonga is breathtaking. The church in the cave is beautiful. Waterfall is stunning. This little town/village is well worth a visit
    Written February 12, 2023
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  • Ken C
    Washington DC, DC13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hiked from Patagonia to Nepal and this hike ranks top 5 of all. Stunning river valley, relatively moderate and variety of creative vistas. Hiked on Good Friday and parking was impossible so walked 2 km to begin trailhead. Went from Poncebos to Cain, lunch food at mile 7 was great with cold beer. Don’t miss this hike!
    Written March 29, 2024
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  • Heidi2628
    Vecindario, Spain550 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely amazing place. Really impressive. A must see. Park your car and walk through it to see the entire cave tunnel, it will blow your mind.
    Written September 26, 2022
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  • Dorothy C
    World64 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We must have gone at the wrong time of day as there was no activity in the holes. It was a very hot day and the walk seemed a long one, from the car park to the coast. However, the view was spectacular when we got there and we stopped halfway back at a cafe for drinks which made the walk back more pleasant.
    Written July 11, 2022
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  • Sunny Dr
    Alexandria, VA893 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing astounding mountains and majestic views. You can see them
    From various points in the road in a clear day and marvel at their magnificence
    Written January 2, 2024
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  • Beatriz M
    Düsseldorf, Germany5,710 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is a nice and impressive building, it seems that nowadays the university of Gijon has some faculties there. We saw some students preparing events. It is a nice stop if you have a car or have extra time in Gijon, however the best attractions of the city remain for me the viewing points and the beach.
    Written May 26, 2021
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  • Ejm192837
    Cambridge, UK21 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great city beach with a busy promonade. Some nice waves and the lifeguards were attentively asking people to stay within the guarded zone.
    Written August 7, 2023
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  • DavidSB
    Heathfield, UK458 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    14th century bridge, well preserved & fascinating, set against the stunning backdrop of the river & surrounding mountains.
    Written September 23, 2022
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  • Expedition740054
    San Juan, Puerto Rico1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Safety is the guides’ priority, who are themselves miners, besides being extremely instructive and interactive. We visited the mine today and took the long tour. The guides were vigilant of the participants’ condition and safety - at all times. Thorough explanation of the miners’ daily work and the operation of the different sections of the mine. Very well organized. The participants can actually become a “miner” for a day. I would recommend a good physical condition, if you wish to take the long tour. Great experience in Oviedo!
    Written April 14, 2024
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