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Formigine
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Formigine (Modena)
Formigine is a town and comune in the province of Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. As of 2007 Formigine had an estimated population of 31,643.
History
Formigine originates from the foundation of its castle in 1201 by the Commune of Modena, as a defence against Bologna, Modena's traditional enemy. In 1395 Niccolò III d'Este gave it in fiefdom to Marco Pio, lord of Carpi.
Main sights
Medieval castle (thirteenth century)in the Town centre.
Villa Gandini, in the 'Park of the Resistance' Via San Antonio (now housing the public library)
Hermit Enrico's house (now museum)
San Bartolomeo Church in the Town centre opposite the Castle.
Notable people
Cristian Zaccardo, World Cup-winning footballer
Riccardo Riccò, cyclist
Twin towns
Monte Urano, Italy
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