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Formia
Italy, officially the Italian Republic or Repubblica Italiana, is a Southern European country comprising of the Po River valley, the Italian Peninsula and the two largest islands in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily and Sardinia. It is shaped like a boot and for this reason Italians commonly call it lo Stivale, the boot or, due to its prevalent peninsular geographical nature, la Penisola, the Peninsula.
Formia is a city in the province of Latina, on the Mediterranean coast of Lazio in Italy. It is situated between Rome and Naples and lies on the Roman-era Appian Way. Its population was 36,688 inhabitants as of December 31, 2004. It is elevated 19 meters above the mean sea level.
Formia’s main avenue is via Vitruvio, a 10 to 12 blocks place packed with small boutiques and gelaterias. There are some beautiful beaches next to Formia. Terracina, Gaeta, and Sperlonga are the three towns besides Formia with nice beaches. Formia itself is not really a beach town, but a transportation center. The Rome to Naples rail line passes through Formia and visitors and residents travel by bus to Gaeta, Minturno, Spigno and other local towns. Ferries carry tourists to Ponza, Ischia and other destinations that involve sea travel.
Formia was founded by ancient Romans when Cicero was assassinated on the Appian Way outside the town. His tomb remains a minor tourist destination and the city was the seat of St. Erasmus's martyrdom. He was disemboweled around 303 After Death, during the persecutions of Diocletian. Formia is a city known for its historic myths and traditions, scenic beauty, cooperative people and luxurious hotels and cottages. It is one of the favorite holiday destinations for most of the vacation lovers.
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