OnÃs
Onís is a municipality in the autonomous community of Asturias, in northern Spain. Bounded on the north by Llanes, on the south by León, to the west of Cabrales and to the east of Cangas de Onís.
History
The first evidence of settlement can be found from the Neolithic period. Various Indo-European tribes mingled with the Native tribes. The first annalistic notices are dated with the invasion of the Roman legions. The area around Onis was here an important enclave during the wars between Rome and the Cantabrian tribes. 1504, the first alcalde was used. Under the reign of Juan González de Onis Acebos 1594 was the Principality of Asturias to.
Economy
- The entire region is dominated by agriculture and forestry; Onis is specifically the production of the (in Spain) famous cheese from Gamonedo to mention
- The proximity to the National Park, the tourism industry is increasing rapidly.
- Located in Benia de Onís small industrial area is characterized by medium-sized craft enterprises.
Attractions
- La Casona de los valles ( Literally - the Big House in the valley) from the 18th century in Benia de Onis
- Torre de Sirviella from the 16th century, houses the local history museum in Sirviella.
- Parish Church of Santa Eulalia from the 15th century
Festivals and Celebrations
- Annually, at the end of October, the Feria of the Picos de Europa and the cheese from Gamonedo ( Queso de Gamonedo ).
Parroquias
The municipality is divided into 3 Onís parroquias:
- Bobia
- Onis
- La Robellada
Swell
- Population figures, see INE
- Postcodes on Ingeniuz.com
- Coordinates and altitude information see Google Earth