Lugo

Lugo: castleThe castle, now the town hall, in Lugo, Italy.

Lugo, town, Emilia-Romagna regione, northern Italy, just west of Ravenna. The arcaded marketplace, called the Pavaglione, and a 14th-century castle converted into the town hall are notable. The town was the scene of heavy fighting in World War II. An agricultural and commercial centre, Lugo produces wine, paper, footwear, and soap. Pop. (2006 est.) mun., 31,927.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.
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Article Title: Lugo
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 19 August 2010
Access Date: February 22, 2025