Verdura
Verdura is a river of southern Sicily. Its source is in Lake Favara, and flows into the Sicily Channel at Torre Verdura, between Sciacca and Ribera.
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 sq mi). There are two hydroelectric dams, at Cristia and Favara. The fertile valley produces navel oranges, almonds, wine and olive oil.
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See also
- Fulco di Verdura, jeweller, and the last person to bear the now-defunct Sicilian ducal title of Verdura.
Notes and references
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