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Oristano
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.
Oristano is a town and community in Sardinia, Italy, the capital of the province of Oristano. It has around 30,000 inhabitants. The Tower of St. Christophoros in Oristano is a famous monument. The economy is mainly focused on fishing. Its area is 84.63 per square kilometers and the density is 368.30 per square kilometers. Its population was 32,781 as of December 31, 2004.
Oristano was the Byzantine Aristianis, which was founded next to the ancient Phoenician city of Othoca that is currently Santa Giusta. It became important in 1070, when archbishop Torcotorio moved the bishopric seat from Tharros, most likely due to the Saracen attacks. The city was also named as capital of the giudicato of Arborea, and a program of fortification was begun, which was however completed only under judge Mariano II.
A city known for its historic myths and traditions, scenic beauty, cooperative people and luxurious hotels and cottages, Oristano is one of the favorite holiday destinations for most of the vacation lovers.
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