HERITAGE ITINERARIES. Bustiello: the order of the mountain and the city of God

Jul 01, 2026, 10:00 AM
About the event

Do you feel like discovering the best-kept secrets of our history? The Universidad Popular invites us to explore the fascinating mining village of Bustiello, an architectural jewel in the Aller river valley that seems frozen in time. 🌿

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable day where we will get to know this microcosm of brick and garden up close, designed as a “moral utopia” by the Marqués de Comillas.

Visit details

This activity, guided by Aurora Valdés Caso, will allow us to understand how hierarchy and religion shaped this unique project of the Sociedad Hullera Española.

  • Time: from 10:00 to 14:00 (it is recommended to be there 15 minutes early at the stop).
  • Meeting point: Gota de Leche bus stop (c/ Palacio Valdés, 2).
  • Price: 12 € (registration) + 4 € (entrance fee to be paid in cash and with the exact amount at the start of the activity). 🎟️

Registration

The itinerary has 20 spots available. If you want to join us, keep the following in mind:

  • Registration opens on June 9, starting at 8:30.
  • You can reserve your spot through https://entradascultura.gijon.es.
  • Payment is made by credit card and registration is per person and non-refundable.

Don’t forget to wear comfortable footwear, sunscreen, and a hat to fully enjoy this tour of Asturian heritage. See you there! ☀️

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