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'''Merano''' ([[ |
'''Merano''' ([[German language|German]]: ''Meran'', [[Italian language|Italian]]: ''Merano'', [[Ladin language|Ladin]]: ''Meran''; Note that many of the Italian dialects and [[Rhaeto-Romance languages]] in the area use ''Meran''), is a city in the [[Trentino-South Tyrol]] region of [[Italy]]. It is the second largest city of [[South Tyrol]]. Considered by most to be best known for its [[destination spa|spa]] resorts, it is located inside a [[basin]], surrounded by mountains standing up to 3,335 m (11,000 ft), at the entrance to the [[Val Passiria|Val Passiria/Passeiertal]], the [[Vinschgau|Val Venosta/Vinschgau]] and the [[Val d'Ultimo|Val d'Ultimo/Ultental]] valleys. |
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[[Image:MeranLaubengasse.jpg|thumb|220px|left|Arcades in the centre of the city.]] |
[[Image:MeranLaubengasse.jpg|thumb|220px|left|Arcades in the centre of the city.]] |
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In the past the town has been a popular place of residence for many famous scientists and doctors, who appreciated the mild, mediterranean [[climate]] and the pure, healthy air. |
In the past the town has been a popular place of residence for many famous scientists and doctors, who appreciated the mild, mediterranean [[climate]] and the pure, healthy air. |
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Revision as of 21:46, 8 March 2007
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  Comune di {{{name}}} Location of {{{official_name}}} in Italy  Comune di {{{name}}} Comune di {{{name}}} (Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol) | |
| Coordinates: 46°40′N 11°10′E / 46.667°N 11.167°E | |
| Land | Italien |
| Region | Trentino-South Tyrol |
| Province | Bolzano (BZ) |
| Frazioni | Quarazze, Maia, Sinigo |
| Regierung | |
| • Mayor | Günther Januth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 26.34 km2 (10.17 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 40,485 |
| Demonym(s) | Italian: Meranesi German: Meraner |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 39012 |
| Dialing code | 0473 |
| Patron saint | St. Nicholas |
| Saint day | December 6 |
| Website | www.comune.merano.bz.it |
Merano (German: Meran, Italian: Merano, Ladin: Meran; Note that many of the Italian dialects and Rhaeto-Romance languages in the area use Meran), is a city in the Trentino-South Tyrol region of Italy. It is the second largest city of South Tyrol. Considered by most to be best known for its spa resorts, it is located inside a basin, surrounded by mountains standing up to 3,335 m (11,000 ft), at the entrance to the Val Passiria/Passeiertal, the Val Venosta/Vinschgau and the Val d'Ultimo/Ultental valleys.
In the past the town has been a popular place of residence for many famous scientists and doctors, who appreciated the mild, mediterranean climate and the pure, healthy air.
Among the town's landmarks are the Museum of Tourism, which was opened in the spring of 2003 and shows the historical development of tourism in South Tyrol, and the botanic garden. Both sites are located in the Chateau Trauttmansdorff.
History
The meranese valley was inhabited since the 3rd millennium BC, as showed by the presence of mehirs and other findings. The story of the city proper began in 15 BC when the Romans occupied the Adige valley founding a military camp, Castrum Majense. It has been incorrectly claimed as the seat of the line of Duke of Merania which however was a Dalmatian principality. Merano was elevated to the status of a city during the 13th century. It was capital of the county of Tyrol from 1418 to 1848.
After the county had been handed over to the Habsburg family in 1363 after the abdication of Countess Margarete Maultasch of Tyrol, in 1420 Friedrich IV moved the court to Innsbruck. Merano subsequently lost its predominant position and almost all its importance as an economic hub across the roads connecting Italy to Germany. The important mint was also moved to Hall in 1577.
The Tyrolean struggle for freedom of 1809 drew attention again to Merano. In that year, on the Küchelberg above the city, the Tyroleans eked out a victory against the French and Bavarians troops.
After World War I, Merano became part of Italy with the rest of South Tyrol. After 1945, it became one of the most important sites of tourism in the region.
Languages
According to the 2001 census, 51.50 % of the Meranese population speaks German as a first language, 48.01% Italian, and 0.49% Ladin.
Sports
In 1981, the World Chess Championship match between Anatoly Karpov and Victor Korchnoi was held in Merano. A chess opening, the Meran Variation of the Semi-Slav Defense, was named after the town. The first act of the musical Chess is about a world chess championship match in Merano.
The city's handball team is one of the most important of Italy, winner of the scudetto in 2005. The ice hockey team won two national championships, but it is currently playing in the Second Division (A2 series).
Each September, the Gran Premio Merano takes place in the Maia Racecourse; this is the most famous Italian Steeplechase.
External links
Images
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Passer River, Gilf Promenade -
Passer River, panoramic view -
Tappeinerweg -
View north-westward over Merano
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View southwards over Merano
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botanic gardens
- ^ "Superficie di Comuni Province e Regioni italiane al 9 ottobre 2011". Italian National Institute of Statistics. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- ^ "Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2018". Italian National Institute of Statistics. Retrieved 16 March 2019.