Ultzama (Ulzama in

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) is a

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located in the province and autonomous community of

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, northern

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. Ultzama is also the name of the river from which the valley takes its name. It is located 22 km North of

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, the capital city of Navarre. Ultzama consists of a conglomeration of 14 small villages: Alkotz, Arraitz-Orkin, Auza, Cenoz, Eltso, Eltzaburu, Gorronz-Olano, Guerendiain, Ilarregi, Iraizotz, Juarbe, Lizaso, Urritzola-Galain and the capital of the municipality, Larraintzar. It is well known for its dairy products (cheese and cuajada).

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ULTZAMA in the Bernardo Estornés Lasa - Auñamendi Encyclopedia (Euskomedia Fundazioa)
Municipalities in Navarre {{navarre-geo-stub

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