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This eBook offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet's latest Spain guide book and includes:

• Cantabria & Asturias chapters

• Understanding Spain

• Cantabria & Asturias maps

You can traverse either of these two small regions from north to south in little more than an hour. But don't. Most of the coastline is a sequence of sheer cliffs, beautiful beaches and small fishing ports.

This guide is the result of research by dedicated authors and local experts who immersed themselves in Cantabria & Asturias, finding unique experiences, and sharing practical and honest advice, so you come away informed and amazed. This guide includes up-to-date reviews of the best places to stay, eat, sights, cultural information, maps, transport tips and a few best kept secrets – all the essentials to get to the heart of Cantabria & Asturias.

Coverage includes:

• Understanding Spain : Spain Today, History, Architecture, Spain's Food & Wine, Spain's Passions

• Cantabria, Asturias, Santander, Oviedo, Gijón, Picos de Europa

Lonely Planet's Spain guide is researched and written by: Anthony Ham, Josephine Quintero, Stuart Butler, Damien Simonis, Brendan Sainsbury, John Noble, Zora O'Neill, Miles Roddis