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Where is Caltanissetta, Italy


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Caltanissetta is located in central Sicily, southern Italy. It sits on hilly land surrounded by valleys and countryside. Caltanissetta is near cities like Enna, Agrigento, Catania, and Palermo. The city covers about 421 square kilometers and has a population of around 60,000 people. Its coordinates are approximately 37.49°N latitude and 14.06°E longitude. Caltanissetta is famous for its historic center, churches, Santa Barbara Cathedral, and traditional Sicilian culture.

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Caltanissetta City Facts, Italy

CountryItaly
RegionSicily (Sicilia)
ProvinceCaltanissetta
City StatusMunicipality (Comune), provincial capital
EstablishedAncient origins; developed during Arab period
Geographic PositionCentral Sicily, inland hilltop city
Coordinates37.49° N, 14.06° E
Total Area421 km²
Population60,000
Elevation568 m
Area Code+39 0934
Postal Code / ZIP Code93100
Time ZoneCentral European Time (CET, UTC+01:00)
CurrencyEuro (€)
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Food processing, Services, Public administration
TransportationRail connections, regional road network
ClimateMediterranean with continental influences
Famous AttractionsCaltanissetta Cathedral, Abbey of Santo Spirito, Castle of Pietrarossa, Museo Archeologico Regionale
Known ForHistoric sulfur mining area, inland Sicilian heritage
Websitehttps://www.comune.caltanissetta.it