Mieres, Mining municipality in central Asturias, Spain.
Mieres is a council in central Asturias that spreads across the Caudal River valley with mountains surrounding the area. The territory incorporates seventeen separate villages under a single administrative structure.
The area grew substantially during the 19th century when coal mining transformed it from a rural zone into an industrial center. This shift shaped the region's economy and settlement patterns for generations afterward.
The St. John's Bonfire celebration occurs every June 24th with outdoor dining, concerts, dancing, and fireworks throughout the municipality.
The area is accessible through roads connecting the various villages together. Visitors can find multiple museums and a University of Oviedo campus that serve as reference points when exploring.
The area still operates zinc smelters, blast furnaces, and machinery plants that support northern Spain's industry today. These facilities remain visible in the landscape and show how the place continues its economic role.
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