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Rosignano Marittimo
Comune di Rosignano Marittimo
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Coat of arms of Rosignano Marittimo
Coat of arms
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Province Livorno (LI)
Frazioni Castelnuovo della Misericordia, Castiglioncello, Gabbro, Nibbiaia, Rosignano Solvay, Vada
Area
 • Total 120.3 km2 (46.4 sq mi)
Elevation
147 m (482 ft)
Population
 (January 2017)
 • Total 31,197
 • Density 259.33/km2 (671.65/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Marci
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
57016
Dialing code 0586
Patron saint Nicholas of Tolentino
Saint day September 10

Rosignano Marittimo is a town in the Tuscany region of Italy. It is located in the Province of Livorno, which is like a county. This town is about 80 kilometers (50 miles) southwest of Florence and 20 kilometers (12 miles) southeast of Livorno. Rosignano Marittimo is known as a comune, which is an Italian word for a municipality or local government area.

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Where is Rosignano Marittimo?

Rosignano Marittimo is nestled in a beautiful part of Italy. It shares its borders with several other towns. These include Castellina Marittima, Cecina, Collesalvetti, Livorno, Orciano Pisano, and Santa Luce.

A Look Back in Time: History

Rosignano Marittimo has a long history, like many towns in Italy. It has seen many changes over the centuries.

World War II and the Airfield

During World War II, something interesting happened near Rosignano. The United States Army Air Force had a large base there. This base was controlled by the Twelfth Air Force. After the war ended, the airfield was closed down. The land was then used again for farming. Today, you won't find much left of the old airfield. It has mostly disappeared over time.

Friends Around the World: Twin Towns

Rosignano Marittimo has special connections with towns in other countries. These are called "twin towns" or "sister cities." It means they share cultural ties and often visit each other.

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