Arsiero | |
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Comune | |
Comune di Arsiero | |
Coordinates: 45°48′N11°21′E / 45.800°N 11.350°E Coordinates: 45°48′N11°21′E / 45.800°N 11.350°E | |
Country | Italy |
Region | Veneto |
Province | Vicenza (VI) |
Frazioni | Castana |
Area | |
• Total | 41 km2 (16 sq mi) |
Elevation | 356 m (1,168 ft) |
Population (31 August 2008) [1] | |
• Total | 3,388 |
• Density | 83/km2 (210/sq mi) |
Demonym(s) | Arsieresi |
Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
• Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+2) |
Postal code | 36011 |
Dialing code | 0445 |
ISTAT code | 024007 |
Patron saint | San Michele Arcangelo |
Saint day | 29 September |
Website | Official website |
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