Lodi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lodi
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| Comune di Lodi | |||
Piazza della Vittoria
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| Country | Italy | ||
| Region | Lombardy | ||
| Province | Lodi (LO) | ||
| Frazioni | Fontana, Olmo, Riolo, San Grato | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 41 km2 (16 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 87 m (285 ft) | ||
| Population
(30 November 2012)
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| • Total | 43,325 | ||
| • Density | 1,057/km2 (2,740/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Lodigiani or Laudensi | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
26900
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| Dialing code | 0371 | ||
| Patron saint | St. Bassianus | ||
| Saint day | 19 January | ||
Lodi is a lively city in northern Italy. It is located in the Lombardy Region. About 43,000 people live here. People from Lodi are called Lodigiani. The city is known for a special cake called Tortionata.
Lodi has a rich history. It was built after an old Roman city, Laus Pompeia, was destroyed. This happened during a war with the city of Milan.
The new city was built with help from a powerful German emperor. His name was Frederick I Barbarossa.
Exploring Lodi's Connections
Lodi has special friendships with other cities around the world. These are called "sister cities." They share culture and ideas.
Sister Cities Around the World
Constance, Germany
Lodi, California, United States
Omegna, Italy
Fontainebleau, France
Images for kids
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Piazza della Vittoria, a main square in Lodi.
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The flag of Lodi.
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The coat of arms of Lodi.
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A map showing Lodi's location in Italy.
See also
In Spanish: Lodi para niños
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