Dozza
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Comune di Dozza | |
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Municipal coat of arms |
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Country | Italy |
Region | Emilia-Romagna |
Province | Bologna (BO) |
Mayor | Antonio Borghi (since June 2004) |
Elevation | 190 m (623 ft) |
Area | 24 km² (9 sq mi) |
Population (as of December 31, 2004) | |
- Total | 5,886 |
- Density | 245/km² (635/sq mi) |
Time zone | CET, UTC+1 |
Coordinates | |
Gentilic | Dozzesi |
Dialing code | 0542 |
Postal code | 40060 |
Website: www.comune.dozza.bo.it |
Dozza is an Italian comune in the province of Bologna. Dozza is known for its festival of the painted wall, which takes place every two years. During this festival, famous national and international artists paint steady works on the walls of the houses. A local landmark is the Sforza's Castle, which hosts the regional winebar of the Emilia-Romagna.