Minori, Campania
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| Minori | |||
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| Comune di Minori | |||
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| Coordinates: 40°39′N 14°37′E / 40.65°N 14.617°ECoordinates: 40°39′N 14°37′E / 40.65°N 14.617°E | |||
| Country | Italy | ||
| Region | Campania | ||
| Province | Province of Salerno (SA) | ||
| Frazioni | Montecita, Torre Paradiso, Via Monte, Via Pioppi, Via Torre, Villa Amena | ||
| Government | |||
| • Mayor | Andrea Reale | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 2 km2 (0.8 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 635 m (2,083 ft) | ||
| Population (2007) | |||
| • Total | 2,871 | ||
| • Density | 1,400/km2 (3,700/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym | Minoresi | ||
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+2) | ||
| Postal code | 84010 | ||
| Dialing code | 089 | ||
| Patron saint | Saint Trofimena | ||
| Saint day | 13 July | ||
| Website | Official website | ||
Minori is a town and comune in the province of Salerno in the Campania region of south-western Italy. Minori is a small picturesque town situated on the Amalfi Coast.
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[edit] Etymology
The origins of the name Minori come from its association in the past with the river that crosses it, La Rheggina, its ancient Latin name was Rheggina Minor. This name coincides with the name of the neighboring village Maiori, then known as Rheggina Maior. In time, it has come to be known simply as Minori. It is the site of well-preserved ruins of a Roman villa, which are open for public viewing.
[edit] Airport
The nearest airport is Salerno-Pontecagnano Airport (QSR).
[edit] References
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[edit] External links
Media related to Minori at Wikimedia Commons
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