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Welcome to the province of Arezzo: a brief introduction
Hello everyone! Are you ready to discover the province of Arezzo, a gem of Tuscany that will leave you enchanted? With its 333,572 inhabitants and an area of 3,233.57 square kilometers, it is the fourth largest province in the region. Located in central Italy, it borders Emilia-Romagna, the province of Florence, Marche, and Umbria. But let's talk about its history!
History: from the Grand Duchy of Tuscany to the Kingdom of Italy
The province of Arezzo was established in 1826 from the old Arezzo Compartment of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, which combined municipalities already part of the Firenze Compartment and the Siena Compartment. With annexation to the Kingdom of Italy in 1860, the municipalities of Cetona, Chianciano Terme, Chiusi, Montepulciano, Sarteano, Sinalunga, and Torrita di Siena passed to the province of Siena, while Monte Santa Maria Tiberina and Monterchi were ceded to the province of Perugia in 1927. However, in 1939 Monterchi returned to being part of the province of Arezzo following protests by the population.
In 2014, the municipalities in the province decreased from 38 to 37 with the creation of the new entity of Pratovecchio Stia from the merger of Pratovecchio and Stia, while in 2018 the new entity of Laterina Pergine Valdarno was established from the merger of Laterina and Pergine Valdarno.
Honors and awards
The province of Arezzo is distinguished for its activity in the Italian Resistance during World War II, so much so that it is among the cities decorated with the Military Valor and awarded the Gold Medal for Military Valor.
Villages: a dive into the past
If you love history and breathtaking landscapes, you're in the right place! The province of Arezzo is full of villages from different historical periods. Among the most suggestive, we find those of medieval origin such as Anghiari, Loro Ciuffenna, Montevarchi, and the fortress of Pratovalle, while for those who love the eighteenth century, a visit to Casamona is a must.
Physical geography: between rivers and valleys
The province of Arezzo offers a unique natural spectacle, between rivers, valleys, and mountains. The Arno River crosses it from north to south, while the Tiber River flows from north to south parallel to the Apennine ridge. Among the main valleys, we find Valdarno, Val di Chiana, Valtiberina, and Casentino. The highest relief is Monte Falco, located in the northernmost part of the province, in the Casentino valley.
Municipalities: between cities and rural villages
The province of Arezzo is made up of 36 municipalities, including some that hold the title of Italian City, such as Arezzo, Cortona, and Sansepolcro. Among the most populous municipalities, we find Montevarchi and San Giovanni Valdarno, but there are also enchanting rural villages like Castel Focognano and Poppi.
Below you will find a table with all the municipalities in the province of Arezzo:
Don't miss the opportunity to visit this wonderful Tuscan province, between nature, history, and breathtaking landscapes!
