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Kingdom of Asturias
The Kingdom of Asturias was founded in northern Spain by Pelagius (Pelayo), whose victory at Covadonga is traditionally seen as the start of the Christian Reconquista. It was the first Christian state in Iberia after the Umayyad conquest. It developed into the Kingdom of León.
Key facts
| Dates | 718 CE – 924 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capitals | Cangas de Onís, Pravia, Oviedo |
| Founder | Pelagius |
| Religion(s) | Catholicism |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.