Agrigento
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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