Borgia

Calabria, Italy

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Borgia is a town in Calabria, Italy, known for its rich archaeological and historical heritage, located close to the Ionian coast near the seaside village of Roccelletta di Borgia.

The area is home to the Scolacium National Archaeological Park, where ruins of the ancient Greek colony Skylletion and later Roman city Scolacium can be explored, including public spaces like the Forum, a theatre, amphitheatre, and necropolis. Impressive remains such as the Norman Basilica of Santa Maria della Roccella testify to the long history of continuous settlement.

Borgia’s historic center is situated on hills and features noble palaces, monuments, and churches that survived the major 1783 earthquake. The town also hosts cultural events and possesses a well-known city band founded in the 1950s, celebrating its local heritage and music tradition.​