What is a fun fact about Ibiza?

THE FUN FACTS: The Phoenician settlers who founded Ibiza in 654 BC originally named it Ibozzim. The protector goddess was said to be Tanit, the warrior goddess of dance, fertility creation and destruction. You'll hear a lot of different pronunciations of the island's name, but the correct pronunciation is 'Evissa'.



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Ibiza is best known today for its nightclubs, the party scene world famous, but there's much more to the island. Ancient shrines, and the dramatic 16th-century ramparts that snake around the Dalt Vila, high above Ibiza Town. The bucolic countryside, dotted with olive and citrus groves.

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Clubbing and beaches go together in Ibiza, so it's no wonder there are so many beach clubs on the island. Whether it's the food, drink, music, or atmosphere that matters most to you, there are plenty of unique spots to choose from that will suit the vibe you're looking for.

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Etymologically, Ibiza comes from the Phoenician word bsm (ibosim) that means “island of Bes”. But, who was Bes? Bes was an Egyptian god who was said to protect humans from snakes, which hadn't populated the island until the 21st century.

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Because of its rich red, non-volcanic soil - to this day, many people wear amulets and pendants containing Ibiza's sacred soil to protect the wearer from harm.

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And it is that the name of Pitiusas Islands comes from the Greek Pitioussa - where pine trees abound - on the other hand, the emerald green of our waters is given thanks to the existence of the oceanic posidonia, by many identified as an alga but that is an endemic plant, with roots, stem, leaf and able to produce ...

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A new survey of European holidaymakers' travel habits for 2017, carried out by TripAdvisor, reveals that Brits favour the White Isle as the most popular place for short haul trips away. Ibiza remained number one thanks to its sparkling mix of amazing world-beating clubs, pristine beaches and terrific weather.

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Eric Clapton, George Harrison, and Freddie Mercury reportedly partied in Ibiza during this time period, introducing the hedonistic reputation to the masses.

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Asked why Ibiza is so expensive, Finardi said by email that the island is popular with upmarket travelers who want a combination of “beautiful scenery, high quality restaurants and bars, chic shopping experiences and lively nightlife.”

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The official symbol of the islands is the Ibiza Wall Lizard – an endemic species with [the] highest color diversity of any reptile, and one of the only plant-pollinating, seed-dispersing reptiles in the world.

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The official symbol of the islands is the Ibiza Wall Lizard – an endemic species with [the] highest color diversity of any reptile, and one of the only plant-pollinating, seed-dispersing reptiles in the world.

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The hippies of Ibiza were young educated people Discontent with the society and politics of their countries, they looked for quiet places, far from being overcrowded. These young people were children of wealthy families, scholars, and cults that sought a cosmopolitan and bohemian atmosphere.

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The Pitiusas are formed by sedimentary rock, so our soil is composed of marvellous nutritious sediments. The striking Red Earth that characterises Ibiza owes its colour to the iron it contains.

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