Verdura
River in Italy
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Verdura is a river of southern Sicily, located between Sciacca and Ribera.[1] The river's source is in Lake Favara. It flows into the sea about 2.4 km south-southeast of Torre Verdura,[2] via Sicily Channel,
| Verdura | |
|---|---|
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| Location | |
| Country | Italy |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Lake Favara |
| Mouth | Mediterranean Sea |
• location | Torre Verdura |
• coordinates | 37.4643°N 13.2025°E |
| Length | 53 km (33 mi) |
| Basin size | 422 km2 (163 sq mi) |
Course
The upper reaches are known as the Sosio, becoming the Verdura after it is joined by the Lisandro. It is 53 kilometres (33 mi) long, with a catchment area of 422 square kilometres (163 mi2). There are two hydroelectric dams, at Cristia and Favara. The fertile valley produces navel oranges, almonds, wine and olive oil.
See also
- Fulco di Verdura, jeweller, and the last person to bear the now-defunct Sicilian ducal title of Verdura.
