Lunano
Lunano is a small town and comune in the province of Pesaro e Urbino in the Marche region of central Italy.
Lunano | |
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| Comune di Lunano | |
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Location of Lunano 
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  Lunano Location of Lunano in Italy  Lunano Lunano (Marche) | |
| Coordinates: 43°44′N 12°26′E | |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Marche |
| Province | Pesare e Urbino (PU) |
| Frazioni | Serra di Piastra |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Massimo Grandicelli |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.62 km2 (5.64 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 297 m (974 ft) |
| Population (2008)[2] | |
| • Total | 1,435 |
| • Density | 98/km2 (250/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Lunanesi |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 61020 |
| Dialing code | 0772 |
| Patron saint | Sts. Cosmas and Damian |
| Saint day | 26 September |
| Website | Official website |
It is located in the mountainous area of Montefeltro, in the Foglia River Valley. Resting on a hill overlooking the town is the Castle of Lunano, which dates back to before the 13th century. Just outside the centre of town is the Franciscan Convent of Monte Illuminato, which was allegedly visited by Saint Francis in 1213.
The Montefeltro area, and Lunano in particular, are known for the Chestnut Festival which takes place on the third Sunday in October every year.
References
- "Superficie di Comuni Province e Regioni italiane al 9 ottobre 2011". Istat. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- All demographics and other statistics: Italian statistical institute Istat.
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