Province of Milan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Province of Milan
Milan
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| Country |  Italy |
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| Region | Lombardy | ||
| Capital | Milan | ||
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| • Total | 1,984 km2 (766 sq mi) | ||
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| • Total | 3,893,959 | ||
| • Density | 1,962/km2 (5,080/sq mi) | ||
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| ISTAT | 015 | ||
| Vehicle registration | MI | ||
| No. of communes | 189 | ||
Milan (or Milano in Italian) was an important province in the Lombardy region of Italy. It was a very busy and populated area, known for its big capital city, also called Milan.
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What was the Province of Milan?
The Province of Milan was a special administrative area in Italy. Think of it like a large county or district. It was part of the bigger region of Lombardy, which is in the northern part of Italy. The province was home to many towns and cities, all connected to the main city of Milan.
Where was it located?
The Province of Milan was located in the northern part of Italy, within the Lombardy region. Its capital city, Milan, is a major hub in Europe. The province covered an area of about 1,984 square kilometers (which is about 766 square miles).
People and Population
The Province of Milan was one of the most populated provinces in Italy. In 2007, about 3,893,959 people lived there. This means it was a very crowded place, with many people living close together. The population density was very high, around 1,962 people per square kilometer. This shows how many people lived in a small space!
How was it governed?
Like other provinces in Italy, the Province of Milan had its own government. It was led by a "President." The President was in charge of managing the province's affairs, like local services and planning. For example, Filippo Penati was the President of the province for a time. The province also included many smaller towns, called "communes," which had their own local governments too. In 2007, there were 189 communes within the Province of Milan.
What happened to the Province of Milan?
In 2015, the Province of Milan was changed. It became what is now called the Metropolitan City of Milan. This new type of area works a bit differently, focusing more on the big city and its surrounding areas as one large urban center.
Images for kids
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Map showing the location of Milan.
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The coat of arms (shield) of the Province of Milan.
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The flag of the Province of Milan.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Milán para niños
