Parma

Parma sits between the Apennine Mountains and Po Valley, with the Parma River flowing through its historic center lined with medieval buildings and monuments.

Founded as a Roman colony in 183 BC, Parma developed into a significant episcopal center and later became part of the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza in 1545.

The Romanesque Cathedral exhibits masterful frescoes by Correggio, while the Teatro Farnese represents one of the first permanent theaters in modern history.

The European Food Safety Authority headquarters operates in Parma, making the city a central location for international food regulations and standards.

The local dairy farms and aging facilities produce Parmigiano Reggiano cheese using methods that have remained unchanged since the Middle Ages.

Location: Province of Parma

Elevation above the sea: 69 m

Shares border with: Collecchio, Felino, Fontanellato, Gattatico, Langhirano, Lesignano de' Bagni, Montechiarugolo, Noceto, Sala Baganza, Torrile, Traversetolo, Sissa Trecasali, Sant'Ilario d'Enza, Fontevivo, Sorbolo Mezzani

Website: https://comune.parma.it

GPS coordinates: 44.80147,10.32800

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:04