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The Province of Gorizia

Hello friends! Today I want to talk to you about the province of Gorizia, an old Italian province located in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. The capital of the province is the beautiful city of Gorizia, which has seen many cultures and influences throughout its history.

Physical Geography

The province of Gorizia is located in the easternmost part of Italy, bordering Slovenia and the Adriatic Sea. It is also possible to visit the provinces of Udine and Trieste to the southwest and southeast respectively.

The Province of Gorizia: City, Municipalities, and History on the Border.

Municipalities

The province of Gorizia included 25 municipalities, including Gorizia, the largest city with over 34,000 inhabitants. The smallest municipality, Dolegna del Collio, had only 350 inhabitants. There are also some famous locations such as Gradisca d'Isonzo, Monfalcone, Cormons, and Grado, among others.

Most Populous Municipalities

Gorizia is the largest city in the province, followed by Monfalcone, Ronchi dei Legionari, Grado, Cormons, Staranzano, Gradisca d'Isonzo, and San Canzian d'Isonzo.

The Cities of the Province of Gorizia

Many municipalities in the province of Gorizia have been granted the title of cities by the Friuli-Venezia Giulia Region and the Italian state. Among these are Gorizia, Cormons, Gradisca d'Isonzo, Monfalcone, Ronchi dei Legionari, and Grado.

History

The province of Gorizia was established in 1927 during the fascist regime of the period. The territory of the new province corresponded to that of the former districts of Gorizia and Tolmino of the Province of Friuli in the Kingdom of Italy. The province has seen many cultural influences due to its shared borders with Slovenia and its strategic location near the Adriatic.

During World War II, Gorizia was the scene of battles between the Italian and German armies. The surrounding area was blown up as part of the trench warfare. Fortunately, much of the province has withstood, including the ancient bridge crossing the Italo-Slovenian border.

Conclusions

And that's all about the province of Gorizia! If you are looking for a relaxing vacation among rolling hills, historic cities rich in history, and beautiful beaches, come to Gorizia! The province has a lot to offer, including many fine wines and unique landscapes. We hope to see you soon!

Francesco Serra
Updated Tuesday, Aug 23, 2022