Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Acebo, Cangas del Narcea, Spain

Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Acebo was built around a chapel with a putatively miraculous image of the Virgin Mary, depicting Our Lady of Virtues. It took only fifteen years to build since the first miracle (1575) took place; thus the sanctuary was completed in 1590.

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Miguel Angel Llavona (10 months ago)
The origin of this Sanctuary, located at 1,180 meters above sea level, dates back to September 8, 1575, the date on which the first miracle took place on the site where an old chapel stood. It is the second most important Sanctuary in Asturias, and the one with the most tradition and veneration in the entire region.

Isthar Saldaña Torio (15 months ago)
Awesome. Some highly recommended and wonderful views from above. It is sooooo worth it to go up to see it and enjoy the panoramic view of the entire region. Highly recommended.

pableitor (15 months ago)
100% recommended excursion, after a steep climb we arrive at a Romanesque sanctuary where spectacular views of the Narcea valley await us.

Javione (3 years ago)
The views are amazing with multiple mountains and valleys in all directions. It has to be nice with all kinds of clouds except for a closed fog. The bad road, curvy and somewhat narrow.

Antonio M. del Río (3 years ago)
Excellent place, amazing views, great pose

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