Situated in the province of Asturias in Northern Spain is the city of Oviedo. It has a resident population of over 200,000 and is the capital and administrative centre of the Asturias region. Midway between the sea and the highest peaks of the Cordillera Cantabrica mountain range, Oviedo is seen as a gateway city to Northern Spain's exquisite coastline and to the region's incredible natural beauty in the valleys and mountains to its south. If you want the best of Northern Spain's outdoor life, but desire to be close to a major city, then Oviedo is the place in which to buy your Spanish property.
Oviedo is a very historic city. Its amazing architecture tells a story of Celtic and Roman influence in the region. The San Julian de los Prados church is the oldest building in the city, and is a melting pot of Gothic-Roman designs which are simply astounding.
Today, the city combines its ancient roots with more modern facilities. There is a well-respected university in the city, along with office blocks, contemporary shopping arcades and a huge array of restaurants, bars and places of entertainment. The city is also the largest centre of inland tourism in the area.
There is a diverse mix of Oviedo property within the city. Everything from luxury apartments and penthouses to run-down townhouses in need of renovation are available to purchase. There are also new Spanish property developments under construction in various parts of the city. Outside the city, the region of Asturias offers Oviedo property buyers the opportunity to experience the peace and tranquillity of Northern Spain's countryside. Plots of land on which that dream villa in Spain can be built may be acquired cheaply on the hillsides to the south of Oviedo, and construction costs in the area are quite low too.
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