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Welcome to South Tyrol - Bolzano
Welcome to the Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol, a unique territory in Italy for linguistic, cultural and historical reasons. With its 533,175 inhabitants and its vast surface area of over 7,400 km², this province is the largest in Italy and includes different linguistic and cultural communities.
History and Toponymy
During the Austro-Hungarian rule, the area of the current province of Bolzano was known as Central Tyrol. The term Südtirol (South Tyrol) mainly referred to Trentino or the entire southern part of Tyrol, while the area north of Salorno was called Deutschsüdtirol (today's South Tyrol).
With the constitutional reform of 2001, the official title of the province became Alto Adige/Südtirol. However, the entity uses the dual name Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol (or Autonome Provinz Bozen - Südtirol in German) in all its official acts. The inhabitants of the province are generally called Alto Adigeans, but the term South Tyrol or Sudtirolo can also be used for the province of Bolzano, and Sudtirolesi for its German or Ladin-speaking inhabitants.
Culture and Languages
The Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol is characterized by great cultural diversity. The majority of the population speaks German, but Ladin and Italian are also widespread. These linguistic communities are protected by law, and there are institutions that promote and support the languages and cultures of all communities present in the province.
The province is also rich in cultural traditions, from architecture to folk festivals, from sports activities to artistic expressions, to local gastronomy.
Economy and Ecology
The Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol has a diversified economy based on various sectors. Agriculture represents an important part of the economy, with the production of high-quality fruit and wine. The province is also an important tourist center, with both winter and summer tourism attracting visitors from all over the world.
Attention to the environment and sustainability is a fundamental theme for the Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol. The province is very sensitive to ecology and the protection of the territory, and many initiatives are being developed to promote sustainable development.
Infrastructure and Services
The Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol has a modern and well-developed infrastructure, with numerous roads, highways, and railways connecting it to the rest of Italy and Europe. The public transport network is well-organized and covers the entire province.
In addition, the province has a high-quality healthcare system and offers numerous services for the population, including schools, universities, and cultural centers.
Conclusion
The Autonomous Province of Bolzano - South Tyrol is a unique territory in Italy, characterized by great cultural and linguistic diversity, the natural beauty of the landscape, and the modernity of its infrastructure and services. Welcome to this wonderful region!
