Zuia

Zuia (Spanish Zuya ) is a Basque community in the province of Álava, in the Basque Country in northern Spain. The community is just over 120 km ² area one of the largest communities of Alava.

History

Zuia was first documented in 1025.

Culture

Language

Until the 19th century the inhabitants of Zuia spoke Basque. Today, only 20 % of the population are baskischsprachig.

Attractions

• Gorbea Natural Park.
• Honey Museum in Murgia.
• Listed Country House # 17 from the 17th century in Bitoriano.

Municipalities

Communities of the municipality Zuia:

• Altube
• Ametzaga
• Aperregi
• Bitoriano
• Domaikia
• Gilierna
• Jugo
• Lukiano
• Markina
• Murgia ( capital of the municipality )
• Sarria
• Zarete
• Ziorraga