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The Province of Cosenza is a wonderful and diverse land located in the Calabria region. With this summary, I will guide you to discover all its features and the most beautiful places to visit.

An extensive and populous province

The Province of Cosenza is the fifth largest in Italy, covering an area of 6,650 km² with a population of 668,992 people, ranking second in Southern Italy. It faces the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west and the Ionian Sea to the east, bordering the Provinces of Potenza and Matera to the north, and the Provinces of Catanzaro and Crotone to the south.

The beauty of its territory

The Cosenza territory is characterized by mountains, hills, and large stretches of coastline. The Massif of Pollino, with its imposing peak of 2,248 meters, rises to the north, as well as the coastal chain of the Catena Costiera on the Tyrrhenian Sea, Orsomarso, and the mountainous massif of Sila. The province also boasts numerous valleys, including the Crati Valley and the Savuto Valley. In addition, the plain of Piana di Sibari and the artificial lakes of Cecita-Mucone, Arvo, and Ampollino complete the landscape.

The Varied Beauty of the Province of Cosenza

The province of municipalities

The Province of Cosenza is home to 150 municipalities, the highest number among all Calabrian provinces. The most populous municipality is Corigliano-Rossano with its 74,057 inhabitants, and the largest municipality in the region in terms of territorial extension.

Steps, passes, and mountains to discover

In the provincial territory, there are numerous passes and steps worth visiting, such as the Passo dello Scalone in the Massif of Pollino, Valico Sierra del Fiego in Sila, Passo Crocetta in the Coastal Range, and Passo dello Scalone in the Orsomarso Mountains. There are also stunning mountains such as the Massif of Pollino, the Coastal Range, Orsomarso, and Sila, all characterized by breathtaking landscapes.

Coasts and seas among the beauties of Cosenza

The Province of Cosenza has a considerable length of coastline, totaling 228 km, equally divided between the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas. There are numerous seaside resorts that frame this stretch of coast, such as Praia a Mare, Scalea, and Diamante.

In summary, the Province of Cosenza is a land to discover and experience in all its corners, rich in natural landscapes between lands, seas, and mountains. If you are looking for a unique and unforgettable vacation, this province of Calabria is the perfect solution for you!

Paola Santoro
Wrote by Paola Santoro
Updated Friday, Oct 14, 2022