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Lemmi alias Schlumpf
June 1, 2022
Hiking
King Alfonso II, also known as the chaste, was the builder of the cathedral in Oviedo and the first pilgrim on the way to the tomb of Saint James in Santiago de Compostela
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Damiano 🇮🇹
February 9, 2024
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The Monument to Alfonso II El Casto pays tribute to King Alfonso II, a significant figure in Spanish history. As the builder of the cathedral in Oviedo and the first pilgrim on the Camino de Santiago, his legacy is deeply intertwined with the cultural and religious heritage of the region. The monument stands as a reminder of his contributions and the profound impact of his reign on the pilgrimage tradition and the architectural landscape of Spain.
Thomas
January 1, 2025
Hiking
This stone statue stands in tribute to Alfonso II of Asturias, also known as el Casto, or the chaste. It’s not clear how he got the epithet, but it might have something to do with his discovery of the supposed tomb of St. James the Great in Compostela. His reign spanned 51 years, but marked with near continuous conflict with the occupying moors The monument depicts the king wearing Visigothic armour, with one hand on his chest, while looking up towards the Cathedral of Oviedo with a calm expression in the manner of a saint.
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