Sirolo

Sirolo is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Ancona in the Italian region of Marche. As of 28 February 2009 it had a population of 3,747 inhabitants and an area of 16.68 square kilometres (6.44 sq mi).

Sirolo
Comune di Sirolo
Sirolo's Gothic arch
Location of Sirolo
Sirolo
Location of Sirolo in Italy
Sirolo
Sirolo (Marche)
Coordinates: 43°32′N 13°37′E
CountryItaly
RegionMarche
ProvinceAncona (AN)
FrazioniCoppo, Fonte d'Olio, Madonnina, San Lorenzo
Area
  Total16.68 km2 (6.44 sq mi)
Elevation
125 m (410 ft)
Population
 (February 2009)
  Total3,747
  Density220/km2 (580/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
60020
Dialing code071
Patron saintSaint Nicholas
Saint dayMay 9th
WebsiteOfficial website

The town is situated near Monte Conero and in medieval times it was a castle which belonged to the Conti Cortesi family. It is a tourist destination, especially in summer times and it has continuously been awarded one of the eleven blue flags in the region of Marche since 1994. It features a restored medieval town centre, which culminates with a particular little square with view on the sea and on the Monte Conero. As tourist destination, Sirolo has many restaurants and bars. From the main square, there is a 10-minute walk to several beaches.

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