Illueca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Illueca
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Illueca as seen from
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 Illueca
Location in Aragon
Illueca
Location in Spain
Illueca
Location in Europe
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Aragon |
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| Province | Zaragoza | |
| Comarca | Aranda | |
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| • Total | 24 km2 (9 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,964 | |
| • Density | 123.5/km2 (320/sq mi) | |
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| Demonym(s) | Illuecano, Illuecana | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Illueca is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Zaragoza. This area is part of Aragon, a region in Spain. In 2004, about 3,396 people lived here.
Illueca is famous for being the birthplace and final resting place of Antipope Benedict XIII.
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Discovering Illueca
Illueca is a charming town in northeastern Spain. It sits in the province of Zaragoza. This province is part of the Aragon region. The town covers an area of about 24 square kilometers.
Where is Illueca?
Illueca is found in the Aranda area. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. It is located in the western part of the Zaragoza province. The town is surrounded by hills and valleys.
A Glimpse into History
Illueca has a long and interesting history. Its past is linked to important figures. The most famous person from Illueca is Antipope Benedict XIII. He was born here in 1328. His original name was Pedro Martínez de Luna.
Who was Benedict XIII?
Benedict XIII was a very important religious leader. He was chosen as pope by some groups during a time called the Western Schism. This was a period when there were two or even three people claiming to be the true pope. He is called an "Antipope" because his claim was not accepted by everyone. He lived in the 14th and 15th centuries. He spent his final years in a castle in Illueca. He was also buried in his hometown.
The Castle of Illueca
The town is home to a historic castle. This castle is often called the "Castle of Papa Luna." Papa Luna is another name for Antipope Benedict XIII. The castle is a key landmark in Illueca. It shows the town's rich history. From the castle, you can see amazing views of the town.
See also
In Spanish: Illueca para niños
