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Metropolitan City of Bologna

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Metropolitan City of Bologna
NameMetropolitan City of Bologna
Subdivision typeCountry
Subdivision nameItaly
Subdivision type1Region
Subdivision name1Emilia-Romagna
Leader titleMayor
Leader nameMatteo Lepore
Population total1019441
Population as of2020
Population density km21241
TimezoneCentral European Time
Utc offset+1
Timezone DSTCentral European Summer Time
Utc offset DST+2

Metropolitan City of Bologna is a metropolitan city in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, comprising the Province of Bologna and the city of Bologna. The metropolitan city is home to numerous notable institutions, including the University of Bologna, Bologna International Airport, and the National Institute of Statistics (Italy). The city is also a significant cultural center, with landmarks such as the Basilica of San Petronio, Bologna Cathedral, and the Museo Civico d'Arte Industriale.

Geography

The Metropolitan City of Bologna is situated in the Po Valley, near the Apennine Mountains and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. The city is surrounded by the Savena and Idice rivers, and is close to the Lambro and Reno rivers. The metropolitan city borders the Province of Modena to the west, the Province of Ferrara to the north, and the Province of Ravenna to the east. Notable nearby cities include Modena, Ferrara, Ravenna, and Florence. The metropolitan city is also close to the Adriatic Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea, and is near the Appennine Mountains and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines National Park.

History

The Metropolitan City of Bologna has a rich history, dating back to the Etruscan civilization and the Roman Empire. The city was an important center during the Middle Ages, and was a significant cultural and economic hub during the Renaissance. The city was also a key location during the Italian Wars of Independence, and was the site of the Battle of Bologna in 1796. Notable historical figures from the city include Giovanni Pascoli, Giosuè Carducci, and Riccardo Bacchelli. The city is also home to numerous historical landmarks, including the Basilica of San Domenico, Bologna Cathedral, and the Museo Civico Medievale.

Government

The Metropolitan City of Bologna is governed by a Mayor of Bologna, currently Matteo Lepore, and a Bologna City Council. The city is also part of the Emilia-Romagna region, and is represented in the Italian Parliament by Members of the Chamber of Deputies (Italy). The city has a long history of political activism, and has been the site of numerous significant events, including the Bologna uprising in 1945. Notable politicians from the city include Romano Prodi, Sergio Mattarella, and Giovanni Goria. The city is also home to numerous institutions, including the National Institute of Statistics (Italy), the Italian National Institute of Health, and the Ministry of Education, Universities and Research (Italy).

Economy

The Metropolitan City of Bologna has a strong economy, with a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and services. The city is home to numerous notable companies, including Ducati, Lamborghini, and Maserati. The city is also a significant center for trade and commerce, with the Bologna Fair and the Bologna Stock Exchange. Notable economic institutions in the city include the Bank of Italy, the Italian National Institute of Statistics, and the Ministry of Economic Development (Italy).

Demographics

The Metropolitan City of Bologna has a population of over 1 million people, with a diverse range of cultures and communities. The city is home to numerous notable universities, including the University of Bologna, Bologna Business School, and the Johns Hopkins University SAIS Bologna Center. The city is also a significant center for research and innovation, with institutions such as the National Research Council (Italy), the Italian Institute of Technology, and the European Laboratory for Non-linear Spectroscopy. Notable demographic groups in the city include Italians, Albanians, Romanians, and Chinese people.

Transportation

The Metropolitan City of Bologna has a well-developed transportation system, with numerous highways, railways, and airports. The city is served by the Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, which offers connections to numerous destinations in Europe and beyond. The city is also a significant hub for rail transport, with the Bologna Centrale railway station offering connections to Milan, Rome, and other major cities in Italy. Notable transportation companies in the city include Trenitalia, Italo (train), and Alitalia. The city is also home to numerous bus and tram lines, operated by companies such as TPER and ATC (Bologna).

Category:Cities in Italy