Solarino

Solarino is a city of Syracuse in Sicily region of Italy with 7942 inhabitants ( 31 December 2012).

Location and data

Solarino is located 16 km west of Syracuse. The inhabitants work mainly in industry and agriculture.

The neighboring municipalities are Floridia, Palazzolo Acreide, Priolo Gargallo, Siracusa and Sortino.

History

The community was founded in 1759.

Attractions

  • Chiesa Madre
  • San Paolo Apostolo
  • Ospedale Vasques
  • Grotta del Ventaglio
  • Palazzo Requisenz

Twinning

There are partnerships with New Britain, United States since 23 September 1985 with Aninoasa, Romania since 21 July 2001, with Moreland City in Australia since 26 January 2007.

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