Joppolo is a small town on the Tyrrhenian Sea coast of Calabria, Italy. It is located in the province of Vibo Valentia, about 50 kilometers south of the city of Vibo Valentia. The town has a population of about 2,000 people. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in January is 10°C, and the average temperature in July is 25°C. Joppolo has a long history, dating back to the 6th century BC, when it was founded by Greek colonists. The town was later ruled by the Romans, the Byzantines, and the Normans. In the 16th century, Joppolo was destroyed by the Turks, but it was rebuilt in the 17th century. The town's heritage is reflected in its architecture, which includes a number of churches and palaces from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Geographic Data for Joppolo, Calabria, Italy
| Latitude | 38° 35.003' |
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| Longitude | 15° 53.825' |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |