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Welcome to the Province of Ravenna!
If you are looking for an Italian province with diverse natural landscapes, the Province of Ravenna is the place for you! Located along the Romagna coast and bordering other provinces such as Ferrara and Forlì-Cesena, the province of Ravenna is part of the Emilia-Romagna region and comprises coastal, flat and mountainous areas in the hinterland.
History
The Province of Ravenna was established in 1859, in anticipation of the annexation of Emilia (region) to the Kingdom of Sardinia (1720-1861); it was divided into the districts (Regno d'Italia) of Ravenna, Faenza and Lugo. In 1884, it ceded the municipalities of Castel del Rio, Fontana Elice and Tossignano to the province of Bologna.
Symbols
The coat of arms, approved by Decree on 28 March 1938, has a blue shield, a golden dragon and a silver griffin on a red background. The banner consists of a blue flag.
Honours
Physical Geography
Territory
The province of Ravenna has a very diverse natural landscape. Along the coast, you can find important wetland areas of lagoon character. The reclamation of the Reno river achieved by diverting its course has created the Mandriole Valley and the Piallassa of Baiona and Risega. The reclamation of the valleys of Ortazzo and Standiana left important wetland areas which characterize the landscape and the avian fauna of the coastal areas.
The hinterland of the province presents more and more Padanian characteristics, which become mountainous as you get further away from the coast. The territory extends up to the piedmont area occupied by the territories of Faenza and Castel Bolognese. The highest altitude is reached by Mount Macchia dei Cani (968 m), which is located on the border between Casola Valsenio and Palazzuolo sul Senio.
Hydrography
The province of Ravenna boasts a complex hydrography that characterizes the local landscape and fauna. Among the main rivers of the province, there are the Reno, Lamone and Senio. Mention should also be made of navigable canals, such as the Candiano Canal that connects Ravenna to the sea, and the Naviglio-Zanelli Canal that connects Faenza to the Reno River.
The province of Ravenna is an Italian province that combines the Mediterranean beauty of the coastal area with the characteristics of the Italian hinterland. Its history dates back to 1859, and has been accompanied by important reclamation projects that created the valleys and wetland areas that characterize the area. Thanks to its natural beauty and tourist opportunities, the Province of Ravenna is a sought-after destination for many visitors. Come and discover the Province of Ravenna and admire its unique beauty!
