Capo d'Orlando
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Capo d'Orlando | |
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Country | 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 | |
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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