Uzkiano facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Uzkiano
Uzquiano
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Village
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 Uzkiano
Location in Basque Country
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| Country |  ESP |
| Autonomous Community | Basque Country |
| Province | Álava |
| Municipality | Urkabustaiz |
| Elevation | 679.5 m (2,229.3 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 23 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 UTC+2 (summer) |
| Postal code |
01449
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Uzkiano is a small village located in the Urkabustaiz area. It is part of the Álava province in the Basque Country, a special region in Spain. In 2012, only 23 people lived there.
Where Uzkiano Is Located
Uzkiano is found in the Zuia region. It sits in a valley, which is a low area between hills, next to the Altube river. The Altube river flows into the larger Nervion river.
Other villages close to Uzkiano include Oiardo, Unzá-Apreguindana, Gujuli, and Izarra.
Sports and Local Games
One of the most famous sports in Uzkiano is 'Bolo alaves'. This is a special type of bowling game played only in the province of Álava.
The local team from Uzkiano has been very successful. They won the 'Torneo Urkabustaiz' four times in a row, from 2005 to 2008. They won this competition again between 2011 and 2013. In recent years, the team has also reached the finals in many other competitions across the province.
See also
In Spanish: Uzquiano (Álava) para niños
