Caulonia, Ancient Greek settlement in Calabria, Italy
The municipality sits at an elevation of 298 meters in the Stilaro Valley, positioned 120 kilometers northeast of Reggio Calabria.
The settlement, initially named Castelvetere, successfully defended against 8,000 Turkish forces led by Sinan Cicala during a significant siege in 1594.
The Kaulonia Tarantella Festival occurs annually in late August, presenting traditional music performances and dance instruction sessions in the streets.
The modern town maintains administrative services within the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, providing essential municipal functions to local residents.
In March 1945, the area proclaimed itself as the Red Republic of Caulonia under Pasquale Cavallaro, establishing a temporary communist administration.
Location: Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria
Capital city: Caulonia
Elevation above the sea: 298 m
Shares border with: Nardodipace, Pazzano, Placanica, Roccella Ionica, Stignano
Website: http://comune.caulonia.rc.it
GPS coordinates: 38.38333,16.41667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:41
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