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Gijón
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Population
274 472 in city
and 857 495 in metro
Area 
181.70 km² (70.15 mi²)
Altitude
18 m (59 ft)
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About
Gijón

Gijón is the largest city in Asturias. In the 1960s the city became one of the most important industrial cities in Spain. In recent years Gijón has transformed itself into a touristic city.
Gijón has more high-rise buildings than any other city in Asturias. In Astur-Leonese language the city's name is written "Xixon".