Montelepre

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Comune di Montelepre
Coat of arms of Comune di Montelepre
Municipal coat of arms
Country Flag of Italy 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 38°06′N, 13°10′E
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