Montelepre
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Comune di Montelepre | |
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Municipal coat of arms |
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Country | Italy |
Region | Sicily |
Province | Palermo (PA) |
Mayor | Giacomo Tinervia (since June 14, 2004) |
Elevation | 342 m (1,122 ft) |
Area | 9 km² (3 sq mi) |
Population (as of December 31, 2004) | |
- Total | 6,202 |
- Density | 689/km² (1,785/sq mi) |
Time zone | CET, UTC+1 |
Coordinates | |
Gentilic | Monteleprini |
Dialing code | 091 |
Postal code | 90040 |
Patron | SS. Crucifix |
- Day | June 13 |
Montelepre (Sicilian: Muntilepri) is a town and commune in the province of Palermo, Sicily, Italy. It is known for having been the native city of Sicilian bandit Salvatore Giuliano.
[edit] Main sights
- The Church of Maria Santissima del Rosario