Abadiño facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Abadiño
Abadiano
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Abadiño town hall
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 Abadiño
Location in Basque Country
Abadiño
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Basque Country |
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| Province | Biscay | ||
| Comarca | Durangaldea | ||
| Founded | Unknown | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 36.06 km2 (13.92 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 144 m (472 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 7,533 | ||
| • Density | 208.90/km2 (541.05/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Basque: abadiñarra | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
48220
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Abadiño (also called Abadiano) is a town in the northern part of Spain. It's located in the Basque Country, which is an area with its own government, and it's part of the Biscay province. Abadiño is about 35 kilometers (22 miles) away from Bilbao, a big city in the province.
The town covers an area of about 36 square kilometers (14 square miles). In 2014, around 7,504 people lived there. The town's first name was Abadiano Celayeta.
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Geography of Abadiño
Abadiño is found on the N-636 road, a few kilometers southeast of Durango. The town sits in a wide valley. This valley is formed by two rivers, the Ibaizabal and Urkiola.
Farmers use the flat valley floor for raising animals. To the south, the land rises into the Urkiola mountain range. The lower parts of these mountains have natural forests. You can find trees like oak, beech, and pine there. Higher up, the mountains have limestone peaks, deep cuts, cliffs, and caves. This beautiful area is part of the Urkiola Natural Park.
Exploring Abadiño's History and Fun
The town of Abadiño has many old and interesting buildings. These buildings show the town's long history.
Historic Buildings to See
- Muntsaratz Tower: This tower is a great example of Renaissance architecture from the 9th century. It shows how buildings were designed a long time ago.
- Sanctuary of San Antonio: This is a church located inside the Urkiola Natural Park. It's a peaceful place to visit.
- Astola Manor House: This old house was once a very important place. It was a center for politics and administration for the Merindad de Durango region. In 1576, the local government bought it. Over time, it was used as a courthouse, a home for the local leader, a jail, and a place to keep important documents.
- Gederiaga Complex: This group of buildings is on a hill overlooking the town. It includes the Chapel of San Salvador. This chapel was an old "oath chapel." People would gather here for important meetings. You can still see twelve stone seats arranged in a half-circle. Nearby, there's a sandstone cross from 1633. It mixes Renaissance and Gothic styles.
Outdoor Activities and Festivals
Abadiño is a great place for outdoor fun. You can find trails for hiking, mountain bike riding, and even horse riding.
The town also celebrates several lively festivals:
- Santo Domingo Festival: This is the main festival, honoring the town's patron saint. It happens on May 12th and the days after. There's lots of music and dancing.
- San Blas Festival: This festival takes place on February 3rd. It's known for its livestock fair, where farmers bring their animals.
- San Antonio Festival: Celebrated on June 13th, this festival is held near the Sanctuary of San Antonio in Urkiola.
Famous People from Abadiño
Some well-known people were born in Abadiño.
- Ustaritz Aldekoaotalora and Ander Iturraspe are both famous football players. They played for the Athletic Bilbao team.
See also
In Spanish: Abadiano para niños
