City of gijon spain. Spanish North - Gijón
The city of Gijón in Spain is located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is part of the autonomy of Asturias. For a long time, Gijon was the industrial and commercial center of the country, with a well-developed metallurgical industry and large reserves of natural resources. By the end of the last century, tourism began to actively develop in Gijon, which significantly replenishes the city budget.
History of the city of Gijón
On the land where the city is today, the first settlement appeared in the VI century BC. In the 1st century BC e. it was conquered by the Romans. The influence of Roman culture is still clearly visible in the architecture of the city, especially in the mansions between San Lorenzo and the marina.
After the collapse of the Roman Empire, Gijón was taken over by the Visigoths and then by the Arabs, who established their rule until 722. Legend has it that at this time the head of the tiny kingdom of Pelayo opposed the Arab governor. As a result, Pelayo was forced to flee to the caves of Asturias. It was there that the Madonna appeared to him and convinced him of the need to fight and defend the Christian faith.
Whether or not the Madonna appeared, in 722 Pelayo's army defeated the Arabs at Covadonga. This event was the beginning of the reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula by Christians. In 1395, a terrible fire almost wiped out Gijón in Spain from the face of the earth. However, it was restored rather quickly.
In 1480, the city began to build a port on the north coast. In the middle of the 16th century, it was fortified, and at the end of the 18th century, active trade with the West Indies was already conducted through it. Today it is one of the main ports of the country.
Climatic conditions
Everyone who plans to visit this city is probably interested in what the weather is like in Gijón. Spain is famous for its mild Atlantic climate. Gijón is no exception: it doesn't get as hot here as in other parts of the Iberian Peninsula. In summer, the air rarely warms up above +28 °C, and in winter the temperature does not fall below +5 °C. The only thing that can overshadow the rest is the rains that happen in these places quite often. The swimming season is quite short - from June to August. The rest of the time, the water in the ocean does not warm up above +15 ° C.
beach holiday
Gijon in Spain is not considered the most popular beach resort. But this type of recreation is actively developing, and, probably, in the coming years the city will catch up with its more famous competitors. The best city beaches are "Poniente", "Arbeyal" and "San Lorenzo", which stretches for almost three and a half kilometers along the coast.
However, "San Lorenzo" is more suitable for lovers of extreme recreation. There are quite strong currents and large differences in depths. Fans of noisy entertainment are better off choosing Poniente Beach. The purest sand was brought here from the Sahara desert. The San Juan Festival is celebrated annually on this beach: bonfires are lit all night and thousands of vacationers and townspeople have fun. It also hosts a fun cider festival.
Arbeyal beach is ideal for a relaxing family holiday. It should be noted that all the beaches of the city have been awarded the highest distinction - the Blue Flag.
Gijon in Spain: sights of the city
It's hard to believe, but just a hundred years ago, on the site where today the modern city is located, there was a tiny fishing village. know Gijon in Spain as an actively developing resort, the cultural center of the country with many interesting objects of history and architecture. There are ancient places of worship and museums, parks and squares, sports facilities and many other interesting places. But usually the ancient city of Gijon in Spain, a photo of which you can see in this article, tourists begin to explore from its historical part - Simadeville. Let's not break the tradition.
Historic City Center - Cimadevilla District
It is located in the fishing village of Cimadevilla, on a peninsula that is bisected by the port. Most of the local streets are lined with cobblestones. Many buildings have been restored in recent years. On the hill of Santa Catalina, opposite the sea, there is an amazing sculpture "Praise" by Eduardo Chillida. It is the symbol of this part of the city.
In Cimadevilla you can visit the clock tower, which today houses the historical archive. In addition, Roman baths located in the old part of the city are popular among tourists.
Museum of the people of Asturias
One of the most interesting cultural centers in Gijon (Spain) is the Museum of the People of Asturias, which introduces guests to the culture and lifestyle of the local population. This ethnographic museum began its work in 1968 and during this time has earned recognition not only from the townspeople, but also from numerous tourists.
The museum has an unusual layout - it is located in the park and consists of several separate pavilions, each of which houses its own unique collection.
House Museum of Jovellanos
Tourists who like excursions are recommended to visit the House Museum of Jovellanos. This is a beautiful building of the palace type, which for many years belonged to the family of the famous Spanish writer. The museum was opened in 1971, and today it houses a large collection of works of art. Conferences, concerts and other city events are held here.
Isabelle Park
In the middle of the 20th century, the architect Ramon Ortiz created a landscape park in the city, which he named after Queen Isabella I of Castile. Today the park area occupies fifteen hectares. There are many fun attractions, bright flower beds. Shady alleys are decorated with sculptures. Particularly attractive is the picturesque pond, along the banks of which peacocks importantly walk, swans, ducks and geese nest.
Aquarium
It also has its own Gijón Aquarium. Spain boasts many such structures, but this one is unusual in that it is located on Poniente Beach. It features four thousand underwater inhabitants - from otters and penguins to sharks, which are contained in fifty tanks. More than twelve separate underwater environments have been restored here, from the Bay of Biscay and Asturian rivers to tropical oceans.
Khikhon Workers' University
Fans of architectural monuments will be interested in the working university of Hicon in Spain. It is considered the main architectural landmark of the city. The university was founded in 1946 and was intended for children from families of coal mine workers.
Today it houses the Faculty of the University of Oviedo, the Center for Industrial Creativity, the Higher Stage School and the Conservatory. The height of the main tower of the building is 130 meters. There is an observation deck on the high bell tower, which offers amazing views of the city and its surroundings.
Museum of the Roman Baths
Gijon in Spain is able to amaze even the most sophisticated connoisseurs of historical monuments. The construction of baths belongs to the I-II centuries of our era. In the 6th century they were still used as living quarters, and in the Middle Ages a necropolis was organized here.
Picturesque ruins have survived to this day, in which you can see unique frescoes. The heating system is also well preserved.
El Molinon Stadium
This is the oldest active football stadium in Spain, located on the banks of the Piles River. It was built in 1908, and before there was a water mill on this site. In 1969, the stadium underwent a large-scale reconstruction, during which, for the first time in Spain, the stands were covered with a visor.
Today the stadium can accommodate thirty thousand people. It is the home arena for the famous football club "Sporting" (Gijon, Spain). But besides football matches, concerts of Spanish and foreign artists are often held here. At various times, the stadium applauded the band and Tina Turner, the Bon Jovi band and Sting, Paul McCarthy and Bruce Springsteen.
What is attractive about the town of Gijón in Spain: reviews of tourists
Most of the tourists who chose Gijon from the many Spanish resorts did not regret it at all. On the contrary, they were pleased with the opportunity not only to relax on the magnificent beaches, but also to visit many of the most interesting places that Gijon is rich in.
The advantages of rest in this city, many include the absence of a huge number of tourists, unlike many famous Spanish resorts. Both cheerful youth companies and families with children can have a great time here. There are many hotels in the city where you can always choose a room according to your requirements.
With today's photo report, we open a large series of stories about travels in the Spanish province of Asturias. We came to this beautiful green land at the invitation of the PrivetSpain travel company, which organizes individual holidays and trips in the north of Spain for tourists from Russia.
To meet our first sunrise in Asturias, we went with the PrivetSpain staff to the beach near Gijon. Despite the beginning of autumn, the early hour and the official holiday in honor of the day of Asturias, this beach was cleaned with might and main and cleaned by janitors on tractors.
And local fishermen, meanwhile, were already engaged in their craft, catching seafood, which the whole north of Spain and, in particular, Asturias are so famous for.
From the beach there was a wonderful view of all the mountain peaks of Picos de Europa, including the top of Fito (Fito), famous for the international auto races held on its mountain serpentines.
This cozy beach is located in the beautiful fishing village of Lluanco, 10 km from Gijon.
It is practically unknown to Russian tourists that Asturias is famous all over the world for its wide sandy beaches. There are more than a dozen beaches with a blue flag (the highest distinction) in Asturias.
But besides the sandy shores, Asturias is also famous for its waves - ideal for surfing.
At this early hour, we met about a dozen surfers on the beach trying to ride the wave.
After a short morning walk along the coast, we returned back to Gijón, where we were already met by the bright sun.
All guests arriving in Gijón for the first time are sure to be shown its magnificent promenade and the beach of San Lorenzo (Playa de San Lorenzo), from where a wonderful view of the old city opens in the morning.
The weather in Asturias can change several times during the day, especially in autumn. Our first morning in Gijon was sunny and warm. And, of course, the locals enjoy the good weather. Someone is swimming...
… someone jogging or just walking along the beach.
In addition to the historical part - the old town and the embankment - there are also modern "sights" in Gijon.
The new symbol of Gijón is the giant letters installed on the embankment in 2011. There are always a lot of tourists in this central place, and it is very difficult to photograph the letters without people passing in front of them :)
Another of Gijón's brand new iconic sights is this green Christmas tree…
... made up of 3200 empty glass bottles from the famous Asturian cider. The installation was erected with the idea of caring for the environment, and there is a large glass receiver nearby.
It should be noted that apart from the waterfront and the old town in Gijón, there is practically nothing to see and take pictures of, with a few exceptions. So, after a visit to the waterfront, we went to see the Laboral, the largest building in Spain (with an area of 270,000 m²), which was built during Franco's time in 1946-56.
The size of the complex is impressive. Despite the fact that this building currently houses a university, a theater and many government organizations, the area still looks deserted.
The main tourist attraction here is the Laboral tower. This is the tallest building in Asturias. You can take a modern elevator to the very top of the tower for 1.6 euros, which we did not fail to take advantage of.
From the observation deck, which is 117 meters high, offers a panoramic view of the landscape of the green city under your feet, nearby buildings and the whole of Gijón.
Next to Laboral is, in a sense, the "silicon valley" of Asturias. All major high-tech companies in the region have offices here, and in total about 13,000 people work here.
This is how Gijon opened up to us from a height of 117 meters.
It must be admitted that we were little acquainted with Asturias before this trip. The typical tourist, as a rule, is only aware of the national park in the mountains "Picos de Europa", the monastery of Covadonga, intoxicated cider and the famous Cabrales cheese. So when we saw our weekly itinerary provided by our friends at PrivetSpain, we couldn't believe our eyes! It turns out that in this region there are many interesting, amazing and amazing things.
We were taken from Gijon to look at one of these highlights, about which little is written in ordinary tourist guides.
Bufones (Bufones) are karst caves in the form of chimneys or deep wells up to a hundred (!) Meters deep, which are located on rocky coasts near the sea.
The buffons go straight to the water with their base, and during strong tides you can see giant fountains spouting up to 40 meters in height.
Unfortunately, the tide was low when we arrived, and we could only hear the sinister breathing of these natural chimneys, which in itself causes delight and awe.
And this is how craftsmen in Asturias fish from a height of 50-70 meters :)
After the buffons we drove to another hidden gem of Asturias.
A beach with a funny almost Finnish name Gulpiyuri (Playa Gulpiyuri). This unique beach is located in a lowland between the cities of Ribadesella and Llanes.
Despite its small size and complete isolation, this is a real sea beach with salt water and sand, located right in the middle of the farmer's fields. Sea water enters through a system of caves and underground tunnels.
On the little Gulpiyuri, everything is like the sea: there are ebb and flow here, and local romantics come to the clean sandy shore to sunbathe.
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Spain is not only Madrid or Valencia. This is a lot of interesting cities with a rich history. One of the most beautiful places in Spain is Gijón, located in the north of the country. It is famous for its picturesque beaches, coves, rocky mountains and steep coasts.
Gijón will appeal to nature lovers as it has many parks, such as Providence Park with rolling hills overlooking the sea and the city. Historic churches and palaces convey the unique atmosphere of the city, and the historical district of Cimadevilla will introduce you to the history of the pearl of Austria.
The aquarium in Gijon is one of the best aquariums in Spain. Aquarium volume 2 thousand cubic meters of water contains a wide range of flora and fauna from all over the world.
Both children and adults can have a great time here: children are delighted with the diversity and color of fish, and adults can be surprised by unusual representatives of the marine world, for example, three-meter sharks. The oceanarium is equipped with touch panels, thanks to which you can touch small fish and starfish. In the souvenir shop you can buy souvenirs and educational games for children.
Location: Playa de Poniente.
The 15th century church is located at the end of the popular long Via San Lorenzo - about 6 km long. - along which the famous beaches with white sand are located. The church is located on the coast, which makes it a great place for picturesque photographs, and also attracts lovers for wedding ceremonies.
A mixture of different architectural styles (Gothic, neoclassical and pre-Romanesque) gives the church a special charm, and borrowed Florentine motifs endow it with grace.
Location: Transito Campo Valdes - 1.
Palace Valdes
The palace is located near the popular promenade of San Lorenzo and the church of San Pedro, which is necessary for visiting. Built in the 16th century, Valdes Palace is one of the most striking historical buildings, made in the classical style, and is also a cultural heritage of Spain.
The beaches of Gijón
The beaches and promenades of the city are popular places to visit in both summer and winter. In summer, on the beach of San Lorenzo, which is more than three kilometers long, as well as the soft sandy beaches of Poniente and Arbeial, you can soak up the sun with a view of the city's attractions - churches and palaces, which are located at the end of the promenades. In autumn and winter, the beaches attract surfers.
Another famous palace of Gijon, but made in a completely different style and with all its appearance shows that it was built specifically to protect against attacks. It connects the oldest district of Gijón, Cimadeville and the rest of the city.
The castle is conveniently located and can be an intermediate sightseeing point between the historic district and the more modern city. The castle was built in the 17th century. Now there is a museum of modern art.
Location: Plaza del Marques - 2.
It is the tallest building complex in Spain and one of the most beautiful university buildings. The central tower, which you can climb up and look at the city from a height higher than London's Big Ben.
The square in front of the building periodically hosts concerts and other public events. The monumental complex outwardly resembles the famous El Escorial and partly the complex of buildings of Moscow State University. It is best to visit this unique architectural structure with an excursion guide, which will allow you to get to the church and the theater.
The Mother of the Emigrant is one of the most visited attractions in Gijón. The sculpture is located on the coast with excellent sea views.
The professionalism with which the monument is made makes tourists linger near the sculpture, which conveys the sad story of the Austrian civil war and raises questions of war and peace in the minds. The deep mournful expression of the "Mother of the Emigrant" plunges into a peaceful atmosphere; a must to visit.
The sculpture is located in the historic district of Gijón, Cimadevilla, on the hill of Santa Catalina. Climbing the hill, you can not only get acquainted with the famous sculpture, but also listen to the sound of the surf and breathe in the fresh sea air, take a break from the bustle of the city. The romantic hill is located at the end of the park just a few minutes from the city center. The author of the concrete sculpture is Eduardo Chillida.
Roman ruins and a romantic semi-dark atmosphere will not leave anyone indifferent. The museum is small and does not take much time. On average, you can get around it in 30 minutes.
Free entry on Sundays and affordable entry prices on other days make this place especially attractive for tourists. The museum also has leaflets in English, and many illustrations reduce the language barrier.
Providence Park (Mirador parque de La Providencia)
Park and wildlife lovers should visit Providence Park. The park has rocky hills and many lawns where you can have a picnic.
From the hills of the park, from which you can enjoy all the colors of the Spanish sunset, you have a view of the city and the seascape. Along the park there is a tourist route along the sea 4 km long. There are many pavilions in the park where you can rest during the journey.
This is the main central square of the city. The square is small in size, but it has an obligatory attribute of Spanish squares - the city hall building with a balcony and a clock on the facade. There are several restaurants and coffee houses on the square, where you can taste traditional Austrian cider. Fairs and dance performances are held on the square.
The port city of Gijon, which is located on the shores of the Bay of Biscal in Austria, will introduce you to unusual northern Spain and allow you to relax while admiring the seascapes on white sand beaches.
Spain is not only Madrid or Valencia. This is a lot of interesting cities with a rich history. One of the most beautiful places in Spain is Gijón, located in the north of the country. It is famous for its picturesque beaches, coves, rocky mountains and steep coasts.
Gijón will appeal to nature lovers as it has many parks, such as Providence Park with rolling hills overlooking the sea and the city. Historic churches and palaces convey the unique atmosphere of the city, and the historical district of Cimadevilla will introduce you to the history of the pearl of Austria.
The aquarium in Gijon is one of the best aquariums in Spain. Aquarium volume 2 thousand cubic meters of water contains a wide range of flora and fauna from all over the world.
Both children and adults can have a great time here: children are delighted with the diversity and color of fish, and adults can be surprised by unusual representatives of the marine world, for example, three-meter sharks. The oceanarium is equipped with touch panels, thanks to which you can touch small fish and starfish. In the souvenir shop you can buy souvenirs and educational games for children.
The 15th century church is at the end of the popular long Via San Lorenzo - about 6 km long. - along which the famous beaches with white sand are located. The church is located on the coast, which makes it a great place for picturesque photographs, and also attracts lovers for wedding ceremonies.
A mixture of different architectural styles (Gothic, neoclassical and pre-Romanesque) gives the church a special charm, and borrowed Florentine motifs endow it with grace.
Palace Valdes
The palace is located near the popular promenade of San Lorenzo and the church of San Pedro, which is necessary for visiting. Built in the 16th century, Valdes Palace is one of the most striking historical buildings, made in the classical style, and is also a cultural heritage of Spain.
The beaches of Gijón
The beaches and promenades of the city are popular places to visit in both summer and winter. In summer, on the beach of San Lorenzo, which is more than three kilometers long, as well as the soft sandy beaches of Poniente and Arbeial, you can soak up the sun with a view of the city's attractions - churches and palaces, which are located at the end of the promenades. In autumn and winter, the beaches attract surfers.
Another famous palace of Gijon, but made in a completely different style and with all its appearance shows that it was built specifically to protect against attacks. It connects the oldest district of Gijón, Cimadeville and the rest of the city.
It is the tallest building complex in Spain and one of the most beautiful university buildings. The central tower, which you can climb up and look at the city from a height higher than London's Big Ben.
The square in front of the building periodically hosts concerts and other public events. The monumental complex outwardly resembles the famous El Escorial and partly the complex of buildings of Moscow State University. It is best to visit this unique architectural structure with an excursion guide, which will allow you to get to the church and the theater.
The Mother of the Emigrant is one of the most visited attractions in Gijón. The sculpture is located on the coast with excellent sea views.
The professionalism with which the monument is made makes tourists linger near the sculpture, which conveys the sad story of the Austrian civil war and raises questions of war and peace in the minds. The deep mournful expression of the "Mother of the Emigrant" plunges into a peaceful atmosphere; a must to visit.
The sculpture is located in the historic district of Gijón, Cimadevilla, on the hill of Santa Catalina. Climbing the hill, you can not only get acquainted with the famous sculpture, but also listen to the sound of the surf and breathe in the fresh sea air, take a break from the bustle of the city. The romantic hill is located at the end of the park just a few minutes from the city center. The author of the concrete sculpture is Eduardo Chillida.
Roman ruins and a romantic semi-dark atmosphere will not leave anyone indifferent. The museum is small and doesn't take much time. On average, you can get around it in 30 minutes.
Free entry on Sundays and affordable entry prices on other days make this place especially attractive for tourists. The museum also has leaflets in English, and many illustrations reduce the language barrier.
Providence Park (Mirador parque de La Providencia)
Park and wildlife lovers should visit Providence Park. The park has rocky hills and many lawns where you can have a picnic.
This is the main central square of the city. The square is small in size, but it has an obligatory attribute of Spanish squares - the city hall building with a balcony and a clock on the facade. There are several restaurants and coffee houses on the square, where you can taste traditional Austrian cider. Fairs and dance performances are held on the square.
The port city of Gijon, which is located on the shores of the Bay of Biscal in Austria, will introduce you to unusual northern Spain and allow you to relax while admiring the seascapes on white sand beaches.
The city of Gijón in Spain is located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is part of the autonomy of Asturias. For a long time, Gijon was the industrial and commercial center of the country, with a well-developed metallurgical industry and large reserves of natural resources. By the end of the last century, tourism began to actively develop in Gijon, which significantly replenishes the city budget.
On the land where the city is today, the first settlement appeared in the VI century BC. In the 1st century BC e. it was conquered by the Romans. The influence of Roman culture is still clearly visible in the architecture of the city, especially in the mansions between San Lorenzo and the marina.
Whether or not the Madonna appeared, in 722 Pelayo's army defeated the Arabs at Covadonga. This event was the beginning of the reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula by Christians. In 1395, a terrible fire almost wiped out Gijón in Spain from the face of the earth. However, it was restored rather quickly.
Climatic conditions
beach holiday
However, "San Lorenzo" is more suitable for lovers of extreme recreation. There are quite strong currents and large differences in depths. Fans of noisy entertainment are better off choosing Poniente Beach. The purest sand was brought here from the Sahara desert. The San Juan Festival is celebrated annually on this beach: bonfires are lit all night and thousands of vacationers and townspeople have fun. It also hosts a fun cider festival.
Gijon in Spain: sights of the city
Historic City Center - Cimadevilla District
In Cimadevilla you can visit the clock tower, which today houses the historical archive. In addition, Roman baths located in the old part of the city are popular among tourists.
One of the most interesting cultural centers in Gijon (Spain) is the Museum of the People of Asturias, which introduces guests to the culture and lifestyle of the local population. This ethnographic museum began its work in 1968 and during this time has earned recognition not only from the townspeople, but also from numerous tourists.
House Museum of Jovellanos
Isabelle Park
Aquarium
Khikhon Workers' University
Today it houses the Faculty of the University of Oviedo, the Center for Industrial Creativity, the Higher Stage School and the Conservatory. The height of the main tower of the building is 130 meters. There is an observation deck on the high bell tower, which offers amazing views of the city and its surroundings.
Gijon in Spain is able to amaze even the most sophisticated connoisseurs of historical monuments. The construction of baths belongs to the I-II centuries of our era. In the 6th century they were still used as living quarters, and in the Middle Ages a necropolis was organized here.
El Molinon Stadium
Today the stadium can accommodate thirty thousand people. It is the home arena for the famous football club "Sporting" (Gijon, Spain). But besides football matches, concerts of Spanish and foreign artists are often held here. At various times, the stadium has applauded the Rolling Stones and Tina Turner, Bon Jovi and Sting, Paul McCarthy and Bruce Springsteen.
Most of the tourists who chose Gijon from the many Spanish resorts did not regret it at all. On the contrary, they were pleased with the opportunity not only to relax on the magnificent beaches, but also to visit many of the most interesting places that Gijon is rich in.
Continuing to move through the north of Spain, we got to Gijon - the largest city in Asturias, although not the capital of this autonomous community. Gijón is a city of movement. Despite the clouds, ancient buildings, narrow streets and views reminiscent of the last century, it is very dynamic! A city that you can’t guess at first sight, because outwardly from what he saw so far it looks more like, and in terms of the rhythm of life it is almost its complete opposite.
The mood is to dance on the beach!
I was spinning and taking funny photos, but why? Because the atmosphere is right!
Beach and promenade
But I’ll start the story from the beach, because even in the north in Spain it’s not always cool. The water here is slightly warmer than 20 degrees, but there are many swimmers. From the photo it seems that the weather is not suitable, but the clouds do not prevent both adults and children from having fun.
The beauty…
There are two large beaches in Gijon, San Lorenzo is the central one, probably the most popular. Look at the markup.
Nobody bothers anyone!
During the day, the beach strip is much wider, and in the evenings the tide, you have to cling to the wall itself, but the farther you go, the more sand
The sand here is fine, clean (as elsewhere in Spain, at least I have never seen littered beaches here), heavy and not very light.
I often photograph the sand, because it is very different. In Gijon - wonderful!
Many come even if they are not going to swim: they spread blankets, look at the waves, chat, go in for sports.
The promenade is long, if you swim, you can just take a walk.
Those who wish, of course, can go down here too ... But they are not, fortunately
In the photo - Cape Simadevilla and the Church of San Pedro Apóstol
The waves are not strong, pleasant. And the eyes rejoice, looking at the city. You can look in any direction.
city-traffic
In just one day, and without looking for something special, we came across a concert, a fair, competitions in an extreme park, several cafes with live music and many, many walking companies. There is always something going on in Gijón!
There is a concert in the square. National instruments sound very unusual
Here you can try something interesting…
And here is delicious! We liked meat, cheeses and sweets
Here is the competition
In general, it seems that the movement does not stop for a minute. The nightlife, by the way, is well developed here.
However, what I always like about Spain is its diversity.
Hill of Santa Catalina
If the bustle, music, movement suddenly tired, then there is a wonderful place for contemplation and calm thoughts - the hill of St. Catalina. It is located in close proximity to the city center. If you approach one of the most popular churches - Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol, then you can reach the hill from there in just a few minutes.
Hill of Santa Catalina: the ascent. It is possible both on a bicycle and with a stroller: everything has been provided
A few more minutes of climbing and amazing views open up.
Enjoying…
Away from the hustle and bustle...
Once upon a time there was a fortress on the hill, and now the remains of walls and spacious lawns.
In the evenings, balloons fly over the city ... Today, one, sometimes more
History Center
I made a whole entry about, but I’ll note here too: it is very diverse! Elegant houses and ascetic ones, with sharp corners and roundings, old and new, with huge windows and small ones ... You can safely lay a couple of days off to see the houses in the center: they differ so much.
Casa Consistorial - City Hall of Gijón
Monument to Pelayo - the king of Asturias, who ruled here in the VIII century!
Old walls...
So you can’t tell right away what century you are in ...
The sky, the ocean, the buildings, the city in the distance - all in the same mood
The center is quite compact, it is located next to Cape Simadeville and is full of people. It is believed that Gijon is not very popular with foreigners, and I, perhaps, agree with this opinion: almost everywhere we met the Spaniards, who, by the way, apparently love tourists, at least they smiled, prompted something willingly, communicated with interest . Naturally, we were not here long enough to draw global conclusions, but for Spain this situation is generally typical.
A gate without a building... And it happens
Even the bus station attracts attention
More about Gijon
If at some point you don’t know where to go, you can always go to the embankment. There are cafes, and beautiful views, and interesting buildings, and greenery, and crowds of people walking, and the opportunity to go down to the water, and shops ... In general, a place to relax for almost every taste.
It is also interesting to move away from the center, just wander around the city, try to understand how he lives ... And what he is like.
Houses are not the same...
Gijón is well suited for walking, although it has a convenient transport system. But you won’t see much on buses: often interesting, old, beautiful houses stand almost close to each other, and the center is quite compact. So if you do not live somewhere on the outskirts, you may not experience a special need for transport.
Another popular place for walking is the promenade along the port. It is not at all where the promenade along the beach of San Lorenzo (which is great for swimmers).
Evening in the park
In addition to the usual monuments and the huge “Praise to the Horizon”, which I wrote about above, there are also unusual sculptures. For example, this one.
Just a shot in the spirit of Gijón.
And a booth that I've never seen before.
Although Gijón is located in the north, it is still quite hot during the day. So by the evening the people on the streets become much larger. There are pedestrian, with shops, cafes, shops, restaurants.
Signs on houses in Europe are often interesting in their own right.
Gijón seemed like a city where active people feel comfortable. Despite the general grayness of the sky, it is pleasant for swimming and relaxing on the ocean coast. And despite the calm and often even dark colors of the houses, they are beautifully decorated with well-groomed flower beds and lawns.
Bright flowers against the background of muted colors in architecture
All in all, a great city!
