Recco

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Comune di Recco

Location of Recco in Italy
Country Flag of Italy Italy
Region Liguria
Province Province of Genoa (GE)
Elevation 5 m (16 ft)
Area 9.7 km² (4 sq mi)
Population (as of 31-05-2007 (fonte Istat))
 - Total 10,316
 - Density 1,064/km² (2,756/sq mi)
Time zone CET, UTC+1
Coordinates 44°22′0″N, 9°9′0″E
Gentilic Recchesi/recchelini
Dialing code 0185
Postal code 16036
Frazioni Megli, Polanesi, San Rocco
Patron San Giovanni Bono
 - Day 10 January and 8 September
Website: http://www.comune.recco.ge.it/
For the rescue technique, see RECCO.

Recco is a comune in the province of Genoa, region of Liguria, Italy. It is known for its focaccia con formaggio (focaccia with cheese) and the September 8th fireworks festival honoring the Virgin Mary. The town is also known for its very successful Water Polo team, Pro Recco.