Arzignano

Comune in Veneto, Italy From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Arzignano is an industrial town and comune in the Province of Vicenza in Veneto, Italy. It is located c. 23 kilometres (14 mi) from Vicenza, in the Valle del Chiampo.

CountryItaly
FrazioniCosto, Pugnello, Castello, Restena, San Bortolo, San Zenone, Tezze
Elevation
118 m (387 ft)
DemonymArzignanesi
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Arzignano is located in Italy
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Location of Arzignano in Italy
Arzignano is located in Veneto
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Arzignano (Veneto)
Coordinates: 45°31′N 11°20′E
CountryItaly
RegionVeneto
ProvinceVicenza (VI)
FrazioniCosto, Pugnello, Castello, Restena, San Bortolo, San Zenone, Tezze
Government
 • MayorTeresa Inglese prefectural commissioner
Area
[1]
 • Total
34 km2 (13 sq mi)
Elevation
118 m (387 ft)
Population
 (30 April 2017)[2]
 • Total
25,642
 • Density750/km2 (2,000/sq mi)
DemonymArzignanesi
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
36071
Dialing code0444
Patron saintOgnissanti
Saint dayNovember 1
WebsiteOfficial website
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History

In 1413, during a campaign of King Sigismund of Hungary against the Republic of Venice, its castle was besieged by Hungarian troops under Pippo Spano.

Main sights

  • Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie, built after the plague of 1485.
  • Church of Sant'Agata di Tezze, originating in the early 15th century on the site of a chapel.

Sport

The main club of the city, Arzignano Valchiampo, currently plays in Serie C.

Notable people

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