Canale Monterano, Latium, Italy, is a town and comune located in the province of Rome. The town is situated on the edge of the Monti Sabatini, a volcanic group, and overlooks the valley of the Treja River. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters. Canale Monterano has a long history, dating back to the Etruscan period. The town was once an important center of the Etruscan civilization, and many Etruscan artifacts have been found in the area. In the Middle Ages, Canale Monterano was a fief of the Orsini family. The town was later acquired by the Papal States, and it remained under papal rule until the unification of Italy in 1861. Canale Monterano is a popular tourist destination, due to its beautiful scenery, its historical significance, and its proximity to Rome.
Geographic Data for Canale Monterano, Latium, Italy
| Latitude | 42° 8.041' |
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| Longitude | 12° 6.130' |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |