Places in Spain Beginning with Q

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

NameProvincePopulation
Quintanar de la OrdenToledo11,000
Quintanar del ReyCuenca7,000
QuintoZaragoza2,000

Quintanar de la Orden

Quintanar de la Orden is a town located in the province of Toledo, in the region of Castilla-La Mancha. The town is known for its agricultural production, particularly wine and cereal crops. Its name “Quintanar” refers to its historical connection as a “quintana,” meaning a farming estate where one-fifth of the produce was given as tax. The town is also known for its traditional windmills, reminiscent of the landscape from *Don Quixote*.

Quintanar del Rey

Quintanar del Rey is a town in the province of Cuenca, also part of Castilla-La Mancha. It is a small rural community with a strong agricultural tradition, particularly in the production of wine and livestock farming. The name “Quintanar” reflects its historical agricultural roots, and “del Rey” (of the King) was likely added to signify royal influence or protection.

Quinto

Quinto is a small town in the province of Zaragoza, Aragón. It is located along the Ebro River and has a rich historical background dating back to Roman times. The town’s name, Quinto, comes from the Latin word for “fifth,” likely referencing a Roman milestone or tax region. Quinto is known for its 16th-century church, the Church of the Assumption, which is a striking example of Mudéjar architecture.

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