Novi Velia is a town and comune of the Province of Salerno, Campania, southern Italy. It is located in the southern Cilento area.
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Novi Velia | |
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Comune | |
Comune di Novi Velia | |
![]() The town of Novi Velia | |
![]() Coat of arms | |
Location of Novi Velia ![]() | |
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Coordinates: 40°13′N 15°17′E | |
Country | Italy |
Region | Campania |
Province | Salerno (SA) |
Government | |
• Mayor | Adriano De Vita |
Area | |
• Total | 34.71 km2 (13.40 sq mi) |
Elevation | 648 m (2,126 ft) |
Population | |
• Total | 2,300 |
• Density | 66/km2 (170/sq mi) |
Demonym(s) | Novesi |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Postal code | 84060 |
Dialing code | 0974 |
Patron saint | St. Nicholas |
Saint day | 6 December |
Website | Official website |
The town takes its name from the ancient Greek town of Velia, whose archaeological remains are located nearby.
Novi Velia is located in the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, and the comune contains Monte Gelbison.
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