Ezcaray facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ezcaray
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Country	Spain
Autonomous community	La Rioja
Province	La Rioja
Area
• Total	14.69 km2 (5.67 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	2,027
• Density	137.99/km2 (357.38/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	26280
Official language	Spanish

Ezcaray is a charming town located in the Oja Valley in northern Spain. It is part of the La Rioja region. The name "Ezcaray" comes from the Basque language.

This town sits at the foot of the San Lorenzo mountain peak. It is also quite close to the Valdezcaray ski area, about 13 kilometers (8 miles) away.

Who Lives in Ezcaray?

Ezcaray is home to a community of people. In 2018, about 2,027 people lived here. The town is the main center, but there are also several smaller villages nearby.

Villages and Areas Around Ezcaray

Ezcaray is made up of the main town and several smaller places. These include:

• Altuzarra
• Ayabarrena
• Azárrulla
• Cilbarrena
• Posadas
• San Antón
• Turza
• Urdanta
• Zaldierna

What to See in Ezcaray

Ezcaray has many interesting places to visit. These spots show the town's history and culture.

• Church of Santa María la Mayor: This is a beautiful old church. It is a key landmark in the town.
• Royal Cloth Factory of Ezcaray: This historic factory used to make cloth. It shows the town's industrial past.
• Hermitage of the Virgin of Allende: A hermitage is a small chapel. This one is dedicated to the Virgin of Allende.
• Hermitage of Saint Barbara: Another small, peaceful chapel.
• Palace of Barroeta: This is an old, grand building. It was once a home for important families.
• Calvary of Saint Lazarus: A religious monument, often found on a hill.

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  The Church of Santa María la Mayor.

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  The Calvary of Saint Lazarus.

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  The Royal Cloth Factory of Ezcaray.

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  The reredos (altarpiece) inside the Hermitage of the Virgin of Allende.

Famous People from Ezcaray

Many notable individuals have come from Ezcaray. They have made contributions in various fields.

• Armando Buscarini: A well-known poet.
• Francisco Antonio Barbadillo Vitoria: An important figure from the town's history.
• Pedro Antonio Barroeta y Ángel: He became an archbishop in Lima, Peru.
• Santiago Lope Gonzalo: A talented musician and composer.
• Andrés de la Calleja: A skilled painter.
• Carlos Perujo: Another notable person from Ezcaray.
• Jaime Nava: A well-known individual.

See also

In Spanish: Ezcaray para niños