Agrigento

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Agrigento

Name

Agrigento

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Agrigento is a city on the southern coast of Sicily, serving as the capital of its namesake province. It was founded by Greek colonists from Gela and became a prominent center during the golden age of Ancient Greece. The city is renowned for its historic temples and its long-standing role as a strategic Mediterranean port.

Statistics

Area

245.32 km²

Population

55,512

Location