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Okondo is a quiet municipality located in the historical territory of Alava. It belongs to the Cuadrilla de Ayala and borders on Bizkaia. Moreover, it is formed by six villages and protected by Ganekogorta Mountain (998 m). Regarding religious architecture, we should mention the parish church of Nuestra Señora de Unzá, a Baroque temple dating back to the 18th century. Nearby we will find the hermitage of San Bartolomé.
Likewise, we can visit the hermitages of San Prudencio and San Esteban, with a Neo-classic altarpiece, and the hermitage of San Sebastián de Otaola with a bell that, according to old legends, scares storms away with its sound.
Amazing natural viewpoints
The municipality stands out because of its beautiful landscape that forms magnificent natural viewpoints while following the River Izalde. Likewise, Okondo offers the visitor many routes through outstanding green spots. Okondo hosts many festivals all through the year but the patron saint festival takes place on August 24th, consecrated to San Bartolomé. Moreover, we will also mention the Countryside Fair celebrated on March's third Sunday. The fair shows the area's best craftwork, farm and agricultural products.
