Junta General del Principado des Asturias (Parliament of the Principality of Asturias), Oviedo

The Parliament palace, the organ of the regional government, is situated on Fruela Street. Fruela Street splits off from Uria Street, the Main Street of modern Oviedo, into the historic district of the town. The palace is one of the most talked about, owing to its neoclassical elegance.

The palace was built in 1910 as the palace of Deputies. Provincial architect Nicolas Garcia de Rivero planned and oversaw construction. First, it was necessary to demolish the old medieval Convent of San Francisco, then used it as a hospital.

The building has an opulent dome. Male and female sculptures of science and labor adorn the facade. The whole thing has a French palatial air with modernist bits. The central white marble staircase is grandiloquent with two columns topped with lions. The patio is covered with stained glass. Inside, the Europe and Constitution rooms stand out.

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Sight Name: Junta General del Principado des Asturias (Parliament of the Principality of Asturias)
Sight Location: Oviedo, Spain (See walking tours in Oviedo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Oviedo Introduction Walking Tour

The Kingdom of Asturias began in 720, with the Visigothic revolt against Muslim rule led by the nobleman Pelagius. At that time, the city of Oviedo did not exist. Two monks, Maximo and Fromestano, founded the city in 761. They built a small church for Saint Vincent on a bare hillside, and from this seed, Oviedo grew.

After Pelagius died in 737, King Alfonso I founded a dynasty in Oviedo that... view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles

Oviedo Public Art Walking Tour

Public art adds a great deal of vibrancy and character to the cityscape of Oviedo, Spain, reflecting, among other things, its contemporary spirit. From the bustling Plaza Trascorrales to the serene Plaza Porlier De Oviedo, numerous sculptures have long become an integral part of the neighborhood, captivating passers-by in their numbers.

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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles

Oviedo Historic Architecture

The north Spanish region of Asturias and particularly its capital city, Oviedo, have long been noted for their unique architecture. The medieval part of town, whose ancient walls are still largely intact, contains some truly priceless relics. Among them is a well called La Foncalada, a fascinating example of an effective hydraulic system, dating back to the first half of the 9th century, based on... view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles

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