Religious site
Church of Santa Cruz de Cangas de Onís
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The Church of Santa Cruz de Cangas de Onís is a modest pre-Romanesque chapel rebuilt in the 20th century on a medieval foundation. Its main treasure is the Victory Cross (Cruz de la Victoria), a replica of the original oak cross said to have been carried by Pelagius at Covadonga. The cross is now the emblem of Asturias. Inside, visitors see a simple stone interior, a small altar, and the cross displayed in a glass case. The church sits atop a hill with views over the Sella River.
Don't miss
- View the Victory Cross, a replica of the legendary battle standard of Pelagius
- Explore the small pre-Romanesque chapel with its stone walls and wooden roof
- Enjoy panoramic views of Cangas de Onís and the Sella River valley from the hilltop
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Church of Santa Cruz de Cangas de Onís
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inWALKING TOUR - A journey through the history of Santa Cruz4.8★ · 55 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$11 per personSee dates →
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