Rocca Grimalda, Piedmont, Italy is a comune (municipality) located in the Province of Alessandria, Piedmont, northwestern Italy, in the Apennines. It has a population of 1,455 (as of 2018) and an area of 15.3 square kilometers (5.9 square miles). The town is situated on a hilltop overlooking the Bormida Valley, and its history dates back to the 11th century. The town's name derives from the Grimaldi family, who ruled the area in the 13th century. The town's main attractions include the medieval castle, the Romanesque church of San Martino, and the 18th-century Palazzo Comunale. The climate is temperate, with hot summers and cold winters.
Geographic Data for Rocca Grimalda, Piedmont, Italy
Latitude | 44° 40.287' |
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Longitude | 8° 38.907' |
Timezone | Europe/Rome |