Eraclea facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eraclea
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| Comune di Eraclea | ||
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Veneto | |
| Frazioni | Brian, Ca' Turcata, Eracleamare, Ponte Crepaldo, Stretti, Torre di Fine, Valcasoni | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 99 km2 (38 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 2 m (7 ft) | |
| Population
(31 December 2017)
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| • Total | 12,276 | |
| • Density | 124.0/km2 (321.2/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Eracleensi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
30020
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| Dialing code | 0421 | |
| Patron saint | Assumption of Mary | |
| Saint day | 15 August | |
Eraclea is a small city in northern Italy. It is located in the Veneto region, near the famous city of Venice. Eraclea sits right on the Adriatic coast. You can find it between the towns of Caorle and Jesolo.
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A Look at Eraclea's Past
For a long time, Eraclea was a very important city. From when it was founded until the year 742 AD, it was actually the capital city of the Republic of Venice. Later, another town called Malamocco became the capital instead.
There's also a cool story about how Eraclea got its name. According to ancient Greek myths, the city was founded by a famous hero named Heracles. He was a very strong demi-god, meaning he was half-human and half-god.
Fun for Visitors: Tourism in Eraclea
Eraclea Mare is the beach part of Eraclea. It's a popular place for holidays, just like Jesolo and Caorle. Many people come here to enjoy the Adriatic Sea. In recent years, more and more tourists, especially from Germany, have been visiting Eraclea Mare.
Caring for Nature: Eraclea's Environment
Eraclea cares a lot about its natural environment. In 2009, a group called Legambiente gave Eraclea Mare a special award called "3 Sails." This award shows that the city is doing a great job protecting nature.
Also, Eraclea has won the "Blue Flag" award every year from 2007 to 2017. This award comes from the Foundation for Environmental Education. It means that Eraclea's beaches and seawater are very clean and safe for everyone to enjoy.
Places to See in Eraclea
Eraclea Mare is famous for its beautiful pine forest. It's also known for a special natural spot called the Laguna del Mort, which means 'Lagoon of the Dead'.
The Unique Laguna del Mort
The Laguna del Mort is a very unusual natural area. It was created in 1935 when the Piave river overflowed. The flood changed the river's path, and this lagoon formed.
The lagoon stretches between Eraclea's beach (Lido) and the mouth of the Piave river. It's a sea-lagoon, which means it gets its water only from the ocean's tides. The Laguna del Mort is still very natural and untouched. Its waters are shallow and calm, with a sandy and muddy bottom. It's also full of tiny plant life called phytoplankton.
How Eraclea Makes a Living
The main ways people in Eraclea make money are through farming and tourism. The city has a long beach, about 6 kilometers (almost 4 miles) long, which is called Eracleamare. This beach brings many visitors and helps the local economy.
Getting Around Eraclea
It's easy to get to and from Eraclea.
Travel by Train
You can take a train from San Donà di Piave to reach Eraclea. These trains are run by Trenitalia and can take you to big cities like Venice and Trieste.
Travel by Air
If you're flying, there are two airports nearby. Venice Marco Polo Airport is to the west, and Treviso Airport is to the south.
Travel by Road
You can also drive to Eraclea. From Venice, you can take the A4 highway. You would exit at San Donà di Piave to get to Eraclea.
Famous People from Eraclea
Many important people have connections to Eraclea throughout history:
- Paolo Lucio Anafesto (697–717) – He was the very first Doge of Venice. A Doge was like a leader or ruler of the Republic of Venice.
- Marcello Tegalliano (717–726) – The second Doge of Venice.
- Orso Ipato (726–737) – The third Doge of Venice.
- Angelo Participazio (811-827) – The tenth Doge of Venice.
- Saint Floriano (...-620?) – A bishop who had his main church in Eraclea.
- Saint Tiziano (620?-16 January 632?) – Another bishop with his church in Eraclea.
- Saint Magno (632?-638?) – He was the first bishop specifically for Eraclea.
- Angelo Correr (1406-1410) – A bishop of Eraclea who later became Pope Gregorio XII.
- Giovanni Contarini (1427) – Also a bishop of Eraclea.
- Nello Santin (1946) – A professional footballer.
See also
In Spanish: Eraclea para niños
