Gioiosa Marea

Gioiosa Marea is a city in the province of Messina in the Italian region Sicily, with 7076 inhabitants ( 31 December 2012).

Location and data

Gioiosa Marea is located 73 km west of Messina. The inhabitants mainly work in agriculture. In summer there are also jobs in tourism.

The neighboring municipalities are Montagnareale, Patti, Piraino and Sant'Angelo di Brolo.

History

The town was founded in the second half of the 18th century. The inhabitants had left the town of Gioiosa Guardia. Gioiosa Guardia was founded in 1366.

Attractions

  • Parish Church of San Nicola Bari
  • Gioiosa Marea, the ruins of the ancient city
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