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Abruzzo / Abruzzi: The Region

Abruzzo is a region of Southern Italy bordering Marche to the north, Lazio to the west, Molise to the south-east and the Adriatic Sea along its coast.

Until 1963, Abruzzo was part of the Abruzzi e Molise region (with Molise). The term Abruzzi is an obsolete plural denomination from a time when the Bourbons administered the territory as "Closer Abruzzo", Abruzzo Citeriore and "Further Abruzzo", Abruzzo Ulteriore.

The regional capital is L'Aquila. The region is divided into four provinces: L'Aquila, Teramo, Chieti and Pescara, Abruzzo's main economic centre. Abruzzo has a population of around 1.3 million.

National & Regional Parks of Abruzzo The 150,000 acre Parco Nazionale d'Abruzzo is among modern Italy's proudest accomplishments.

Festivals in Abruzzo Rich with local culture and traditions - a highlight of the year for locals.

The Abruzzo Coastline Wide sandy shores, high jagged cliffs, narrow creeks & pebble beaches. 130km of coast for all tastes.

Food & Wine in Abruzzo The cuisine in Abruzzo varies from province to province reflecting the climate of the area.

Underground Caves in Abruzzo Abruzzo's subterranean waterfalls with dramatic natural lighting from openings in the cave walls.