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Mandela

Lazio, Italy · Europe

About Mandela

Mandela is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Saracinesco, 38km from Appian Way.

Mandela is a town located in Lazio, Italy. With a population of 635, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Mandela sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mandela to your route.

About Mandela

Saracinesco is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Rome in the Italian region Lazio, located about 40 kilometres (25 mi) northeast of Rome. Saracinesco borders the following municipalities: Anticoli Corrado, Cerreto Laziale, Mandela, Rocca Canterano, Sambuci, Vicovaro. It lies on top of one of the

Read more highest mountains in the Aniene river valley. It has been described as situated "in a most singular and inaccessible position" and as "remarkable for the ancient costumes and customs of its inhabitants.", due to its location on a rocky outcrop towering 900 metres (3,000 ft) above the Aniene river valley. It is reached by branching off from the Rome-L'Aquila highway at the Vicovaro-Mandela exit and follow a steeply twisting mountain road that leads up to and ends at the town.

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What are the best things to do in Mandela?

Mandela offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Mandela located?

Mandela is located in Lazio, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 42.0279 latitude, 12.9209 longitude.

What is the population of Mandela?

Mandela has a population of approximately 635 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
635
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lazio
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
42.0279, 12.9209

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Mandela

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Villa d'Este (Tivoli)

A Renaissance cardinal's villa near Rome with one of the finest Italian gardens, featuring hundreds of elaborate fountains and water features.

13 km · about 25 min drive

ancient ruins

Hadrian's Villa

The vast ruined country retreat of Emperor Hadrian, a sprawling complex of pools, baths and pavilions.

15 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Appian Way

One of the earliest and most important Roman roads, stretching from Rome to Brindisi and still lined with ancient tombs and ruins.

38 km · about 45 min drive

museum

Galleria Borghese

An intimate villa museum with breathtaking Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian.

38 km · about 45 min drive

ancient ruins

Pantheon

A perfectly preserved 2,000-year-old Roman temple with the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome and its iconic oculus.

39 km · about 45 min drive

ancient ruins

Roman Forum

The sprawling ruins of the political and social heart of ancient Rome, once the center of the most powerful empire in the Western world.

39 km · about 45 min drive

cafe

Ducati Caffè Rome

A brand experience cafe in central Rome where Italian motorcycle heritage meets espresso culture on Via Tomacelli.

39 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Colosseum

Ancient Roman amphitheatre built in 80 AD that once held 50,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests.

39 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Mandela

  • 38 kmAppian WayOne of the earliest and most important Roman roads, stretching from Rome to Brindisi and still lined with ancient tombs and ruins.
  • 70 kmCampo ImperatoreA vast high-altitude plateau beneath the Gran Sasso peaks, an 'Little Tibet' drive in Abruzzo's national park.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mandela.

Vicovaro

🇮🇹 Italy

2 km awayPop. 3,617

Roccagiovine

🇮🇹 Italy

3 km awayPop. 280

Saracinesco

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 88

Cineto Romano

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 636

Sambuci

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 916

Licenza

🇮🇹 Italy

5 km awayPop. 935

Roviano

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 1,370

Anticoli Corrado

🇮🇹 Italy

6 km awayPop. 886

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