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Welcome to the Province of Reggio Calabria!
Hello everyone! Today I'll be talking about the historic Province of Reggio Calabria, which was part of the Italian peninsula until 2017, when it was replaced by the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria. But don't worry, if you don't know the history or geography of Calabria, I'll tell you all about it!
Physical Geography
The Province of Reggio Calabria was located in the southernmost part of Calabria and was surrounded by the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west and the Ionian Sea to the east and south. The territory, which was made up of 97 municipalities and covered 21.1% of the surface area of Calabria, featured a great variety of landscapes, including Mount Aspromonte, the highest mountain in Calabria, and the Plain of Gioia, the only plain in the province.
Municipalities
I'm sure you're curious about the names of the 97 municipalities that were part of the Province of Reggio Calabria. Don't worry, you'll find them all in the list I've prepared for you. Among the largest municipalities were Reggio Calabria, the capital of the province, and Palmi, famous for its archaeological excavations.
History
To better understand the history of the Province of Reggio Calabria, we need to go back to the establishment of Calabria Ulteriore Prima in 1817. This province, also known as Calabria Reggina, corresponded to the current territory of the Province of Reggio Calabria and represented an important stronghold of the Kingdom of Two Sicilies.
Conclusion
And here we are at the end of our journey in the Province of Reggio Calabria. I hope you enjoyed my description and are eager to visit this part of Calabria. There are certainly natural and cultural beauties to discover. And remember, if you get lost or don't know which way to go, ask the Calabrians, who are famous for their kindness and hospitality. See you soon!
