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Welcome to Reggio Emilia: the city of the Tricolor and Parmigiano Reggiano
Welcome to Reggio Emilia, a city with a rich history and traditions that are important to Italy. Located in the heart of the Po Valley, it is the capital of the province of Reggio Emilia in Emilia-Romagna. Founded by the ancient Romans along the Emilia road that connected Piacenza to Rimini, the city has witnessed the passage of numerous populations and cultures over the centuries, contributing to making the city a place rich in art, culture, and tradition.
Reggio Emilia is known as the city of the Tricolor, as it is here that the Italian flag was created and shown for the first time in 1797. The ancient Tricolor Room, located in the Municipality, still hosts the sessions of the city council today. The city is also famous for having developed the pedagogical method called Reggio Emilia Approach, which has influenced schools around the world.
Physical geography
Reggio Emilia is located in the Po Valley and, although flat, is crossed by numerous streams and minor rivers. The city is surrounded by neighboring municipalities such as Bibbiano, Cavriago, Montecchio Emilia, Sant'Ilario d'Enza, Campegine, Cadelbosco di Sopra, and Bagnolo in Piano. The center of Reggio Emilia is located northwest of Modena and southeast of Parma.
Climate
The climate of Reggio Emilia can be defined as temperate continental, with hot and rather sultry summers and cold winters with frequent frosts. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year, but with greater frequency and intensity in the months of October, November, and April. July and January are the driest months. Instead, snow falls on the city almost every year in winter, with accumulations that vary from season to season.
Parmigiano Reggiano and Reggio Emilia Approach
Reggio Emilia is famous for Parmigiano Reggiano, one of the world's most famous cheeses, which has been produced in this region for centuries. The city is also known for the Reggio Emilia Approach, an innovative educational method based on children's ability to explore and learn through concrete experiences. This method was developed in Reggio Emilia in the 1960s and has since been successfully used in schools around the world.
The Resistance and the decoration for military valor
After World War II, Reggio Emilia was one of the cities decorated for military valor for the Italian Resistance's Liberation War. The city played a very important role during the Liberation War, giving rise to numerous partisan activities to fight the Nazi and fascist empire. The memory of those difficult days is commemorated every year with a series of events.
Conclusions
Reggio Emilia is a city that offers a lot to its visitors: from ancient history to innovation in its educational methods, from Parmigiano Reggiano to the Resistance events. Thanks to its geographical location, it is an ideal place to explore other nearby cities such as Modena and Parma. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this unique city and experience its traditions!
