Places in Spain Beginning with I

The table below lists all the major cities and towns in Spain whose names start with the letter I. Further down you will also find some general data and facts about each.

NameProvincePopulation
IbizaBaleares50,000
IgualadaBarcelona40,000
IllescasToledo30,000
IncaBaleares33,000
ÍscarValladolid7,000
Isla CristinaHuelva21,000
IbiasAsturias1,000
IlluecaZaragoza3,000

Ibiza

Ibiza is a famous city on the island of the same name, part of the Balearic Islands. Known worldwide for its vibrant nightlife, Ibiza is also rich in history with Phoenician and Roman origins. The name “Ibiza” comes from the Phoenician word “Iboshim,” which referred to its dedication to the god Bes. Besides its parties, Ibiza is known for its beautiful beaches and UNESCO-listed old town, Dalt Vila.

Igualada

Igualada is a town in the province of Barcelona, located in the interior of Catalonia. Its name comes from the Latin word “Aequalata,” meaning “equal” or “level,” possibly referring to the flatness of the land. Igualada has a long tradition of leather tanning and textile manufacturing. The town is also known for hosting the annual European Balloon Festival, a hot air balloon event.

Illescas

Illescas is a town in the province of Toledo, located in the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha. The name “Illescas” might derive from the Arabic “Aliskás,” meaning a fertile land. The town is known for its Church of Santa María, which houses a painting by El Greco. It is also a growing commuter town due to its proximity to Madrid.

Inca

Inca is a town in the center of Mallorca, the largest island in the Balearic Islands. Its name comes from the Roman settlement of “Inca Augusta.” The town is famous for its leather goods, especially shoes, and holds a large market every Thursday. Inca’s yearly “Dijous Bo” fair is one of the most significant events on the island.

Íscar

Íscar is a small town in the province of Valladolid, Castilla y León. The town’s name may come from an old Iberian word meaning “fortress” or “high place.” Íscar is known for its castle, which overlooks the town, and its historic tradition of woodcraft. It also hosts several festivals celebrating its local history and culture.

Isla Cristina

Isla Cristina is a coastal town in the province of Huelva, Andalucía. The town was founded in the 18th century by Catalan and Valencian fishermen. Its name means “Cristina’s Island,” in honor of the wife of King Alfonso XIII. Isla Cristina is known for its fishing industry, especially its production of salted and canned fish, and its beautiful beaches.

Ibias

Ibias is a small and sparsely populated municipality in the province of Asturias. Located in a mountainous area, it is known for its rugged natural landscapes, which make it a haven for hiking and nature tourism. The town’s name likely comes from the Celtic language, meaning “river,” referring to the nearby Ibias River.

Illueca

Illueca is a small town in the province of Zaragoza, Aragón. The town’s name likely comes from the Arabic “al-Luqq,” meaning a bright place. Illueca is famous for being the birthplace of Pope Benedict XIII, also known as Pope Luna. The town is home to a castle that belonged to his family and is an important historical monument.

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