Melegnano
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| Comune di Melegnano | |
|---|---|
| Country |  Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Province | Milan (MI) |
| Mayor | Vito Bellomo (since May 28, 2007) |
| Area | 4 km² (2 sq mi) |
| Population (as of December 31, 2004) | |
| - Total | 16,436 |
| - Density | 4,109/km² (10,642/sq mi) |
| Time zone | CET, UTC+1 |
| Coordinates | |
| Gentilic | |
| Dialing code | 02 |
| Postal code | 20077 |
| Website: www.comune.melegnano.mi.it | |
Melegnano (formerly Marignano) is a town in Italy, in the province of Milan, region of Lombardy. The town lies 16 km southeast of the city of Milan.
[edit] History
Melegnano was a stronghold of Milan in the Italian Wars, and known particularly for the Battle of Marignano, a victory over the Swiss in 1515. It is also known for the battles between the French and Austrians in 1859.
[edit] Main sights
- Church of St. John the Baptist, housing an oil painting by Borgognone.
- Medici Castle, with frescoed halls depicting military deeds of the Medici and views of German cities and of Lake Como.
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