Asturias is an autonomous community located in northern Spain. It has four official languages: Spanish, Asturian, Catalan, and Basque. Some of the major cities in Asturias include Oviedo, the capital, as well as Gijón and Avilés. Asturias has a green and mountainous landscape, with rivers, forests, and beaches. The economy is based on agriculture, fishing, mining, and tourism. Local culture is reflected in the food, celebrations, traditions, and mythology of the region.