Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies, Oviedo

Name: Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies
Address: Oviedo, Spain

#26 among attractions in Oviedo

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Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies, Oviedo

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The Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies is a public entity containing the bibliographic heritage and documentation of Asturias. It was formally founded in the summer of 1946 at 3 Calle San Vicente in Oviedo, but moved to its present location in the Palacio Conde de Toreno on the Plaza de Porlier in 1957. It specialises in bibliographic documents and documentaries on Asturias and is one of the centres of study for the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies. It has a collection of about 20,000 volumes. ()

Local name: Biblioteca del Real Instituto de Estudios Asturianos Coordinates: 43°21'44"N, 5°50'44"W

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Oviedo Spain

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Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oviedo Cathedral, Museo Arqueológico de Asturias, Cámara Santa, Plaza de la Escandalera.

~550 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Oviedo Cathedral, Oviedo
3 min walk • The Oviedo Cathedral, formally known as the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Saviour, is a historic symbol of Oviedo, Spain. This stunning example of Gothic architecture stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and cultural heritage.
~840 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Museo Arqueológico de Asturias, Oviedo
5 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Oviedo, Spain, the Museo Arqueológico de Asturias stands as a guardian of the region's rich past. This museum, housed in the 16th-century Benedictine Monastery of Saint Vincent, is a treasure trove of artifacts that tell the story of...
~730 ftE
, Pre-romanesque architecture, Church
Cámara Santa, Oviedo
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Oviedo, Spain, the Cámara Santa is a revered pre-Romanesque church that stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage of the region. This sacred chamber, located within the precincts of Oviedo's grand Cathedral of San Salvador, is a...
~580 ftW
Park
Plaza de la Escandalera, Oviedo
3 min walk • Plaza de la Escandalera is a vibrant urban square located in the heart of Oviedo, the capital city of the Asturias region in northern Spain. This bustling park serves as a central hub for both locals and tourists, providing a scenic spot for relaxation...
~180 ftNE
Architecture, Baroque architecture, Palace
Camposagrado Palace, Oviedo
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Oviedo, Spain, the Camposagrado Palace stands as a testament to Baroque architecture and Spanish nobility. This magnificent edifice, constructed in the 18th century, serves as a cultural beacon, inviting visitors to explore its rich history...
~520 ftE
European fine art from several centuries
Museo de Bellas Artes de Asturias, Oviedo
3 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias is a museum in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It is situated within three buildings: the Palacio de Velarde, the House of Oviedo-Portal, and the House of Solís-Carbajal.
~620 ftS
Church, Baroque architecture
San Isidoro, Oviedo
3 min walk • Iglesia de San Isidoro is a church in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It was opened in 1587.
~180 ftE
Museum, Church
Capilla de la Balesquida, Oviedo
1 min walk • Capilla de la Balesquida is a church in Asturias, Spain. The church was established in 1232.
~530 ftE
Pre-romanesque architecture, Church
San Tirso, Oviedo
3 min walk • The Church of Saint Thyrsus is a Roman Catholic Asturian Romanesque church situated in Oviedo, in Asturias, northern Spain. The church was established in the 790s.
~900 ftE
Church
Santa María de la Corte, Oviedo
5 min walk • The Iglesia de Santa María La Real de La Corte is a church in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It was established in the mid 16th century.
~960 ftNE
Monastery
Monastery of San Vicente de Oviedo, Oviedo
5 min walk • San Vicente de Oviedo is a church and monastery in Oviedo, Spain. Its foundation, in 761, is recorded in a charter known as the Pacto monástico de Oviedo a copy made in the 12th century of the original that is dated 25 November 781 and is considered the earliest document on the...

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Which popular attractions are close to Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies?

Nearby attractions include El regreso de Williams B. Arrensberg, Oviedo (1 min walk), Camposagrado Palace, Oviedo (1 min walk), Capilla de la Balesquida, Oviedo (1 min walk), Casa de la Rúa, Oviedo (2 min walk).

How to get to Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies by public transport?

The nearest stations to Library of the Royal Institute of Asturian Studies:

Bus

Argüelles • Lines: Búho2 (N2), H1 (2 min walk)
Alcalde García Conde • Lines: H2 (4 min walk)

Train

Oviedo (14 min walk)
Estacion Llamaquique (17 min walk)