Ancona

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Ancona

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Ancona is a major seaport and the capital of the Marche region in central Italy. It was founded by Greek settlers from Syracuse around 387 BC. The city is uniquely positioned on a promontory, allowing views of both sunrise and sunset over the sea.

Statistics

Area

124.84 km²

Population

98,356

Location