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Reggio Emilia Province
Picturesque mountains and stunning vistas surround
this prosperous province, landlocked in the north central
plain of Italy.
It has been a home to civic servants and farmers since
ancient times, when it was linked to Roma by the Via
Aemilia.
The region is home to many of the sites of early Christianity
in Italy and many early churches that were later embellished
during the Renaissance still stand.
Today, the province is best known for its hand made
agricultural products such as aged balsamic vinegar,
Grana and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses, grappa, wine
and sausages.
The capital city, Reggio Emilia, has a hexagonal shape
and many of the old walls remain, though the ancient
walls were destroyed in the 19th century during a period
of rapid expansion. The area retains its rural character
and much of the local tourism is geared towards Italians.
The city of Reggio Emilia itself has a busy schedule
of artistic and cultural events throughout the year.
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