Capo d'Orlando

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Capo d'Orlando
Country Italy Italy
Region Sicily
Province Messina (ME)
Mayor
Elevation 3 m
Area 14 km²
Population
 - Total 12,658
 - Density 904/km²
Time zone CET, UTC+1
Coordinates 38°9′N 14°44′E
Gentilic Orlandini
Dialing code 0941
Postal code 98070 and 98071
Patron Maria SS. di Porto Salvo
 - Day October 22
Website: www.comune.capodorlando.me.it

Capo d'Orlando is a commune in the province of Messina, Sicily, Italy.

Is considered the capital of comprensorio dei Nebrodi. Vivacious, active, renowned touristic and commercial center, in Capo d'Orlando was born the poet Lucio Piccolo, cousin of Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa (see. "Il Gattopardo"). In Capo d'Orlando take place artistic's activities (municipal's picture-gallery, the museum "Villa Piccolo"), enjoyments (cinema, theater, blues club).

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