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Introduction
The autonomous province of Bolzano - South Tyrol is a beautiful region located in the northeast of Italy. With an area of, it is the largest province in the country and is home to 533,175 people. The province is located in the Trentino-Alto Adige region and is part of the Euroregion Tyrol-South Tyrol-Trentino, which corresponds to the Tyrol region.
Toponymy
The province has several official denominations. The term "province of Bolzano" or "autonomous province of Bolzano" is used by the Italian state. In German, however, the province is called "Provinz Bozen" or "Autonome Provinz Bozen". However, the Italian Constitution of 2001 reports the term "Alto Adige/Südtirol", which is used in all the province's acts. The inhabitants of the province are called South Tyroleans, but also use the Italian denominations "Sud Tirol", "Sudtirolo" or "Tirolo del sud". In addition, the Ladino form is rendered as "Provinzia Autonoma de Balsan - Südtirol" or "Provinzia Autonoma de Bulsan - Südtirol", depending on the linguistic variant.
The history of the province
During the Habsburg domination, the province's territory was known as "Mitteltirol". The term "Südtirol" (South Tyrol) was used to indicate the entire southern part of Tyrol, namely Trentino-Alto Adige, and in particular, Italian (Welschsüdtirol) and German (Deutschsüdtirol) Southern Tyrol. However, in the Pact of London of 1915, there was explicit talk of "Trentino" and "Cisalpine Tyrol" (south of the Brenner) separately.
After the end of the First World War, Tyrol was divided into two parts, with the southern part passing to Italy. In 1948, the autonomous province of Bolzano was established as an autonomous entity to guarantee the cultural and linguistic rights of the German and Ladino minorities present in the region.
Language and culture
The autonomous province of Bolzano is characterized by linguistic and cultural diversity. German is the most widespread language, followed by Ladino and Italian. In addition, the province hosts numerous linguistic minorities, such as the Cimbrian and Mòcheni.
The culture of the province is very rich and varied. The province is famous for Tyrolean music, the Schuhplattler dance, and traditional Tyrolean costumes. In addition, the province hosts numerous cultural events, such as the Gustav Mahler classical music festival.
Nature and tourism
The autonomous province of Bolzano is a real natural paradise. The region is surrounded by the Alps, which offer breathtaking views and numerous opportunities for outdoor sports such as skiing and hiking.
In addition, the province hosts numerous tourist attractions. The city of Bolzano is famous for its Christmas market, while the Castel Roncolo monument attracts numerous visitors every year. The province also hosts numerous spas, which offer a moment of relaxation and well-being.
Conclusions
The autonomous province of Bolzano - South Tyrol is a unique region, characterized by linguistic and cultural diversity and the beauty of the surrounding nature. The province offers numerous opportunities for outdoor sports and to discover the culture and history of the region. If you are looking for a place to relax and regenerate, the autonomous province of Bolzano is the ideal choice.
