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Mendrisio, Protected heritage town in Ticino, Switzerland

Mendrisio extends across 32 square kilometers of land at an elevation of 354 meters in the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland.

The municipality's records date back to 793, with archaeological findings including Roman coins, tombs, and a villa from ancient settlements.

The town maintains the tradition of a Good Friday procession recognized by UNESCO and celebrates the Sagra dell'uva grape festival in September.

The Accademia di Architettura of the University of Italian-speaking Switzerland provides higher education opportunities for architecture students.

Multiple former municipalities merged with Mendrisio in 2009, including Arzo, Capolago, Genestrerio, Rancate, and Tremona, expanding its territory substantially.

Location: Subdistrict Mendrisio

Elevation above the sea: 359 m

Website: https://mendrisio.ch/

Shares border with: Brusino Arsizio, Novazzano, Melano, Riva San Vitale, Castel San Pietro, Coldrerio, Porto Ceresio, Clivio, Saltrio, Besano, Viggiù, Stabio, Bizzarone

Website: https://mendrisio.ch

GPS coordinates: 45.86667,8.98333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:47

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