Campagnola Emilia
Reggio Emilia: city presentation
Hello everyone, today I want to introduce you to a very beautiful and important city in Emilia-Romagna: Reggio Emilia. This city has a population of about 169,640 inhabitants and is the capital of the province of Reggio Emilia.
Physical geography
Territory
Reggio Emilia is located on the Po Valley and is crossed by the Crostolo stream. The municipal territory is completely flat and wet from numerous watercourses and minor streams.
Climate
The climate is of a temperate continental type, with hot summers and cold winters. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year, but mostly in autumn and spring. Snow falls almost every year in winter, with average accumulations of about 30 cm.
History
Reggio Emilia was founded by Marco Emilio Lepido in 187 BC along the via Emilia, the ancient road of the Roman Empire. The city also played an important role in modern Italian history, as the Italian flag was first shown here on January 7, 1797.
Culture and traditions
Reggio Emilia is famous worldwide for Parmigiano Reggiano, a typical product of the region known for its quality. Moreover, the city has developed a unique pedagogical teaching method called Reggio Emilia Approach, which has attracted educators from all over the world.
Tourism
In Reggio Emilia there are numerous places of tourist interest, such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the Palazzo dei Principi and the Municipal Theater Romolo Valli. Furthermore, the city is famous for its restaurants and trattorias, where you can taste the typical dishes of Emilian cuisine.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Reggio Emilia is a city that offers a lot both from a historical-cultural and gastronomic point of view. If you have the opportunity to visit Emilia-Romagna, I recommend you to visit Reggio Emilia and discover all its beauties!
