Zuasti facts for kids
Zuasti is a nice residential area in Navarre, Spain. It's part of the Iza municipality. Many families live here. Zuasti is known for its beautiful surroundings and great facilities.
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Getting Around Zuasti
Zuasti is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) from Pamplona, the capital city of Navarre. You can easily reach Pamplona by public bus or car. There are also fun bike routes to explore.
If you love the beach, Zuasti is only 45 minutes away from the coast in Guipuzcoa. For winter sports fans, ski slopes like Astún, Candanchú, and Formigal are about an hour and a half away. Even France is just an hour's drive!
People and Life in Zuasti
In 2019, about 487 people lived in Zuasti. The area is quite well-off. It has a good average income for its residents.
Zuasti has two main residential parts: Zuasti and Larrache. Both are lovely places to live.
Fun Things to Do in Zuasti
One of the most exciting places in Zuasti is the Club de Campo Señorio de Zuasti. It's a big country club with lots of activities:
- An 18-hole golf course for golf lovers.
- Tennis and padel courts for racket sports.
- A field for soccer or rugby games.
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
- A txikipark (a play area for young kids).
- A large oak grove, perfect for walks and picnics.
- Wood cabins used for kids' camps.
Zuasti also has a public nursery school for young children. There is a historic church called Iglesia de San Andrés. You can also find a rest area for travelers on the Autopista de Navarra (AP-15) highway.
The Zuasti Palace
The most famous building in Zuasti is the Zuasti Palace. It was built way back in the 15th century! It was fixed up at the end of the 20th century. Today, the palace is a lively spot. It has a bar, a restaurant, and a social club for people to gather.
Zuasti's Local Festivities
The people of Zuasti love to celebrate! Their local festivities happen on the weekend closest to September 29th. They honor their patron saint, San Miguel.
The celebrations are full of fun:
- They start with the launch of the Txupinazo (a rocket that signals the start of the party).
- Different groups cook a big lunch together in the oak grove.
- Music plays late into the night, and people of all ages join in the fun.
- A small fair with inflatable castles is set up for a couple of weeks.
