Ibiza
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Ibiza is the third-largest island in the Balearic Islands archipelago, located southwest of Majorca in the western Mediterranean Sea and belonging to Spain. Historically, it was a significant strategic point for the Phoenicians and Carthaginians, with notable archaeological sites.
The island features a hilly terrain with rugged coastlines and small coves, interspersed with irrigated lowlands and terraced hillsides. While agriculture is primarily for subsistence, exports include almonds, figs, and apricots. Salt production has been a major export for centuries, alongside fish and charcoal.
In recent decades, Ibiza's population has grown due to immigration and a thriving tourism industry, attracted by its mild climate and beaches. The island was recognized as a World Heritage site in 1999 for its unique ecosystems.
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