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Frascati

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Frascati

Resort town in Lazio region, west-central Italy, 320 m/1,050 ft above sea level in the Alban Hills, 18 km/11 mi southeast of Rome; population (1991) 20,100. Frascati is known for its market gardens and for the white wine to which it gives its name. There are several interesting churches, a cathedral, and many fine parks and villas. Nearby is the site of the ancient city of Tusculum.



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On the evening of the ball Teresa was attired in her best, her most brilliant ornaments in her hair, and gayest glass beads, -- she was in the costume of the women of Frascati.
The Count of Monte Cristo by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
Launched into the world of actors and actresses, writers, artists, and certain women of uncertain means, he lived well, went to the theatre without paying, gambled at Frascati, and often won.
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