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The Province of Campobasso: An Overview
Hello everyone! Today I'll be talking about the Province of Campobasso, located in the Molise region. The province has a population of around 210,249 people and is composed of 84 municipalities. The provincial capital is Campobasso, and the institutional seat is located in Palazzo Magno. The province faces the Adriatic Sea to the northeast and borders the provinces of Chieti (Abruzzo) to the north, Foggia (Puglia) to the southeast, Benevento and Caserta (Campania) to the south, and the province of Isernia to the west. The emblem of the province of Campobasso is atypical compared to those of other Italian provinces, as it lacks a crown or other geometric shapes and is reproduced on a red banner.
Physical Geography
The Province of Campobasso is a diverse region that stretches from the mountains of the Sannita to the hills, lakes, and rivers of the hinterland, all the way to the coastal strip of the Adriatic. The province is home to the valleys of Trigno, Biferno, and Fortore, surrounded by hills and mountains that extend to the sea.
Territory
The territory of the Province of Campobasso is very diverse and varied. There are many villages, towns, and cities that fit perfectly into the landscape. From the mountains of the Sannita, through the hills, lakes, and rivers of the hinterland, to the Adriatic coast, the Province of Campobasso has a lot to offer.
Hydrography
The Province of Campobasso has many rivers and lakes. The most important river is the Biferno, which originates from the mountains of Matese and Bojano and flows into the Adriatic after crossing the lake of Guardialfiera, which was created thanks to a dam for electricity production. The second most important river is the Fortore, which marks the border between Molise and Puglia and crosses the lake of Occhito. The Trigno, which marks the border between Molise and Abruzzo, is the third-longest river in the province. There are also other smaller rivers, such as the Tammaro and the Saccione. As I mentioned above, the lake of Guardialfiera is the only natural reservoir in the province, while the other lake, Lake Occhito, is also of artificial origin.
Conclusions
The Province of Campobasso is a beautiful region with many villages, cities, hills, and mountains. Its varied and diverse hydrography includes rivers and lakes. The province is also easily reachable thanks to its central position in southern Italy and is an ideal place to spend summer holidays. I hope this overview has been helpful and I invite you to discover the beauty of the Province of Campobasso in person!
