Recco
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For the avalanche rescue technology, see RECCO.
Recco (Latin: Ricina / Recina) is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Genoa, region of Liguria, Italy.
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Recco | |
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Città di Recco | |
Coordinates: 44°22′N 9°9′E | |
Country | Italy |
Region | Liguria |
Metropolitan city | Genoa (GE) |
Frazioni | Megli, Polanesi, San Rocco, Mulinetti |
Government | |
• Mayor | Carlo Gandolfo (Fratelli d'Italia) |
Area | |
• Total | 9.77 km2 (3.77 sq mi) |
Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) |
Population (31 May 2022)[2] | |
• Total | 9,442 |
• Density | 970/km2 (2,500/sq mi) |
Demonym | Recchesi or Recchelini |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Postal code | 16036 |
Dialing code | 0185 |
Patron saint | San Giovanni Bono |
Saint day | 10 January and 8 September |
Website | Official website |
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Recco is home to the September 8 fireworks festival honoring the Virgin Mary. The town is also known for being home to the most successful waterpolo team in Italy, and among the best in Europe, Pro Recco.