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Feature Statistic Italy

Num. NamesFeature ClassFeature CodeFeature Description
Administrative Boundary Features (country, state, region,...)
8.094A.ADM3third-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a third-order administrative division
110A.ADM2second-order administrative divisiona subdivision of a second-order administrative division
20A.ADM1first-order administrative divisiona primary administrative division of a country, such as a state in the United States
1A.PCLIindependent political entity
8.225 Total for A
Hydrographic Features (stream, lake, ...)
2.078H.STMstreama body of running water moving to a lower level in a channel on land
256H.CNLcanalan artificial watercourse
250H.LKlakea large inland body of standing water
91H.COVEcove(s)a small coastal indentation, smaller than a bay
72H.BAYbaya coastal indentation between two capes or headlands, larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
58H.LGNlagoona shallow coastal waterbody, completely or partly separated from a larger body of water by a barrier island, coral reef or other depositional feature
43H.GULFgulfa large recess in the coastline, larger than a bay
42H.HBRharbor(s)a haven or space of deep water so sheltered by the adjacent land as to afford a safe anchorage for ships
33H.CNLDdrainage canalan artificial waterway carrying water away from a wetland or from drainage ditches
32H.SHOLshoal(s)a surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
23H.STMMstream mouth(s)a place where a stream discharges into a lagoon, lake, or the sea
22H.DTCHditcha small artificial watercourse dug for draining or irrigating the land
18H.SPNGspring(s)a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground
16H.MRSHmarsh(es)a wetland dominated by grass-like vegetation
16H.INLTinleta narrow waterway extending into the land, or connecting a bay or lagoon with a larger body of water
14H.DCKBdocking basina part of a harbor where ships dock
13H.CNLIirrigation canala canal which serves as a main conduit for irrigation water
10H.RSVreservoir(s)an artificial pond or lake
7H.ANCHanchoragean area where vessels may anchor
7H.CHNchannelthe deepest part of a stream, bay, lagoon, or strait, through which the main current flows
6H.GLCRglacier(s)a mass of ice, usually at high latitudes or high elevations, with sufficient thickness to flow away from the source area in lobes, tongues, or masses
6H.LKSlakeslarge inland bodies of standing water
5H.STRTstraita relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water
5H.STMXsection of stream
5H.CHNMmarine channelthat part of a body of water deep enough for navigation through an area otherwise not suitable
5H.DCKdock(s)a waterway between two piers, or cut into the land for the berthing of ships
5H.STMIintermittent stream
5H.PNDponda small standing waterbody
5H.RDSTroadsteadan open anchorage affording less protection than a harbor
4H.RVNravine(s)a small, narrow, deep, steep-sided stream channel, smaller than a gorge
3H.WLLwella cylindrical hole, pit, or tunnel drilled or dug down to a depth from which water, oil, or gas can be pumped or brought to the surface
3H.SWMPswampa wetland dominated by tree vegetation
3H.CHNNnavigation channela buoyed channel of sufficient depth for the safe navigation of vessels
3H.ESTYestuarya funnel-shaped stream mouth or embayment where fresh water mixes with sea water under tidal influences
3H.CNLNnavigation canal(s)a watercourse constructed for navigation of vessels
2H.FLLSwaterfall(s)a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream
2H.FJDfjorda long, narrow, steep-walled, deep-water arm of the sea at high latitudes, usually along mountainous coasts
2H.HBRXsection of harbor
1H.BNKbank(s)an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation
1H.DTCHDdrainage ditcha ditch which serves to drain the land
1H.FISHfishing areaa fishing ground, bank or area where fishermen go to catch fish
1H.MFGNsalt evaporation pondsdiked salt ponds used in the production of solar evaporated salt
1H.MRSHNsalt marsha flat area, subject to periodic salt water inundation, dominated by grassy salt-tolerant plants
1H.STMCcanalized streama stream that has been substantially ditched, diked, or straightened
1H.RSVTwater tanka contained pool or tank of water at, below, or above ground level
1H.PNDNsalt ponda small standing body of salt water often in a marsh or swamp, usually along a seacoast
3.181 Total for H
Area Features (parks,area, ...)
74L.LCTYlocalitya minor area or place of unspecified or mixed character and indefinite boundaries
61L.AREAareaa tract of land without homogeneous character or boundaries
58L.PRKparkan area, often of forested land, maintained as a place of beauty, or for recreation
22L.RGNregionan area distinguished by one or more observable physical or cultural characteristics
9L.PRTporta place provided with terminal and transfer facilities for loading and discharging waterborne cargo or passengers, usually located in a harbor
8L.RESNnature reservean area reserved for the maintenance of a natural habitat
7L.CSTcoasta zone of variable width straddling the shoreline
5L.RESWwildlife reservea tract of public land reserved for the preservation of wildlife
4L.INDSindustrial areaan area characterized by industrial activity
3L.FLDfield(s)an open as opposed to wooded area
2L.RGNEeconomic regiona region of a country established for economic development or for statistical purposes
2L.NVBnaval basean area used to store supplies, provide barracks for troops and naval personnel, a port for naval vessels, and from which operations are initiated
2L.SALTsalt areaa shallow basin or flat where salt accumulates after periodic inundation
2L.GRAZgrazing areaan area of grasses and shrubs used for grazing
1L.RNGAartillery rangea tract of land used for artillery firing practice
1L.AGRCagricultural colonya tract of land set aside for agricultural settlement
1L.AMUSamusement parkAmusement Park are theme parks, adventure parks offering entertainment, similar to funfairs but with a fix location
262 Total for L
Populated Place Features (city, village,...)
19.971P.PPLpopulated placea city, town, village, or other agglomeration of buildings where people live and work
341P.PPLXsection of populated place
96P.PPLA2seat of a second-order administrative division
66P.PPLLpopulated localityan area similar to a locality but with a small group of dwellings or other buildings
19P.PPLAseat of a first-order administrative divisionseat of a first-order administrative division (PPLC takes precedence over PPLA)
5P.PPLQabandoned populated place
4P.PPLWdestroyed populated placea village, town or city destroyed by a natural disaster, or by war
3P.PPLA3seat of a third-order administrative division
3P.PPLRreligious populated placea populated place whose population is largely engaged in religious occupations
1P.PPLCcapital of a political entity
1P.PPLSpopulated placescities, towns, villages, or other agglomerations of buildings where people live and work
1P.PPLGseat of government of a political entity
1P.PPLFfarm villagea populated place where the population is largely engaged in agricultural activities
20.512 Total for P
Road / Railroad Features (road, railroad )
5R.STstreeta paved urban thoroughfare
4R.RDroadan open way with improved surface for transportation of animals, people and vehicles
4R.RYDrailroad yarda system of tracks used for the making up of trains, and switching and storing freight cars
3R.TNLtunnela subterranean passageway for transportation
3R.RDJCTroad junctiona place where two or more roads join
3R.RRrailroada permanent twin steel-rail track on which freight and passenger cars move long distances
2R.TNLRRrailroad tunnela tunnel through which a railroad passes
1R.RDAancient roadthe remains of a road used by ancient cultures
25 Total for R
Spot Features (spot, building, farm)
6.866S.HTLhotela building providing lodging and/or meals for the public
359S.RSTNrailroad stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading train passengers and freight
299S.FRMfarma tract of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
240S.TOWRtowera high conspicuous structure, typically much higher than its diameter
222S.CHchurcha building for public Christian worship
131S.HUThuta small primitive house
117S.BLDGbuilding(s)a structure built for permanent use, as a house, factory, etc.
104S.ANSancient sitea place where archeological remains, old structures, or cultural artifacts are located
86S.MUSmuseuma building where objects of permanent interest in one or more of the arts and sciences are preserved and exhibited
76S.AIRPairporta place where aircraft regularly land and take off, with runways, navigational aids, and major facilities for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
74S.HSEhouse(s)a building used as a human habitation
58S.STNMmeteorological stationa station at which weather elements are recorded
39S.CSTLcastlea large fortified building or set of buildings
37S.SQRsquarea broad, open, public area near the center of a town or city
36S.RUINruin(s)a destroyed or decayed structure which is no longer functional
34S.PALpalacea large stately house, often a royal or presidential residence
31S.FTforta defensive structure or earthworks
31S.PSpower stationa facility for generating electric power
28S.BDGbridgea structure erected across an obstacle such as a stream, road, etc., in order to carry roads, railroads, and pedestrians across
28S.QUAYquaya structure of solid construction along a shore or bank which provides berthing for ships and which generally provides cargo handling facilities
27S.STDMstadiuma structure with an enclosure for athletic games with tiers of seats for spectators
25S.BUSTPbus stopa place lacking station facilities
23S.MSTYmonasterya building and grounds where a community of monks lives in seclusion
21S.MNMTmonumenta commemorative structure or statue
20S.AIRFairfielda place on land where aircraft land and take off; no facilities provided for the commercial handling of passengers and cargo
20S.PIERpiera structure built out into navigable water on piles providing berthing for ships and recreation
17S.CMTYcemeterya burial place or ground
17S.HSTShistorical sitea place of historical importance
16S.RSRTresorta specialized facility for vacation, health, or participation sports activities
15S.CAVEcave(s)an underground passageway or chamber, or cavity on the side of a cliff
14S.GDNgarden(s)an enclosure for displaying selected plant or animal life
14S.MTROmetro stationmetro station (Underground, Tube, or M?tro)
14S.MOLEmolea massive structure of masonry or large stones serving as a pier or breakwater
13S.HSPhospitala building in which sick or injured, especially those confined to bed, are medically treated
13S.ITTRresearch institutea facility where research is carried out
13S.RESTrestaurantA place where meals are served to the public
12S.MALLmallA large, often enclosed shopping complex containing various stores, businesses, and restaurants usually accessible by common passageways.
12S.THTRtheaterA building, room, or outdoor structure for the presentation of plays, films, or other dramatic performances
11S.WHRFwharf(-ves)a structure of open rather than solid construction along a shore or a bank which provides berthing for ships and cargo-handling facilities
11S.PKLTparking lotan area used for parking vehicles
10S.BRKWbreakwatera structure erected to break the force of waves at the entrance to a harbor or port
10S.SCHschoolbuilding(s) where instruction in one or more branches of knowledge takes place
10S.SHRNshrinea structure or place memorializing a person or religious concept
9S.BUSTNbus stationa facility comprising ticket office, platforms, etc. for loading and unloading passengers
9S.UNIVuniversityAn institution for higher learning with teaching and research facilities constituting a graduate school and professional schools that award master's degrees and doctorates and an undergraduate division that awards bachelor's degrees.
8S.CVNTconventa building where a community of nuns lives in seclusion
8S.LTHSElighthousea distinctive structure exhibiting a major navigation light
8S.RECGgolf coursea recreation field where golf is played
8S.MLmill(s)a building housing machines for transforming, shaping, finishing, grinding, or extracting products
7S.AMTHamphitheateran oval or circular structure with rising tiers of seats about a stage or open space
7S.CTRRreligious centera facility where more than one religious activity is carried out, e.g., retreat, school, monastery, worship
7S.GATEgatea controlled access entrance or exit
7S.FRMTfarmsteadthe buildings and adjacent service areas of a farm
7S.ESTestate(s)a large commercialized agricultural landholding with associated buildings and other facilities
7S.INSMmilitary installationa facility for use of and control by armed forces
7S.LIBRlibraryA place in which information resources such as books are kept for reading, reference, or lending.
7S.RSTPrailroad stopa place lacking station facilities where trains stop to pick up and unload passengers and freight
6S.AIRQabandoned airfield
6S.TMBtomb(s)a structure for interring bodies
5S.MKTmarketa place where goods are bought and sold at regular intervals
4S.ARCHarcha natural or man-made structure in the form of an arch
4S.FRMSfarmstracts of land with associated buildings devoted to agriculture
4S.MARmarinaa harbor facility for small boats, yachts, etc.
4S.RLGreligious sitean ancient site of significant religious importance
4S.STNRradio stationa facility for producing and transmitting information by radio waves
4S.OBPTobservation pointa wildlife or scenic observation point
4S.MSSNmissiona place characterized by dwellings, school, church, hospital and other facilities operated by a religious group for the purpose of providing charitable services and to propagate religion
4S.RECRracetracka track where races are held
3S.ATHFathletic fielda tract of land used for playing team sports, and athletic track and field events
3S.CMPcamp(s)a site occupied by tents, huts, or other shelters for temporary use
3S.DAMdama barrier constructed across a stream to impound water
3S.DIKEdikean earth or stone embankment usually constructed for flood or stream control
3S.FCLfacilitya building or buildings housing a center, institute, foundation, hospital, prison, mission, courthouse, etc.
3S.GHSEguest housea house used to provide lodging for paying guests
3S.HSECcountry housea large house, mansion, or chateau, on a large estate
3S.MFGfactoryone or more buildings where goods are manufactured, processed or fabricated
3S.SPAspaa resort area usually developed around a medicinal spring
3S.MNQRquarry(-ies)a surface mine where building stone or gravel and sand, etc. are extracted
3S.OPRAopera houseA theater designed chiefly for the performance of operas.
3S.TRIGtriangulation stationa point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation
2S.ADMFadministrative facilitya government building
2S.CSTMcustoms housea building in a port where customs and duties are paid, and where vessels are entered and cleared
2S.COMCcommunication centera facility, including buildings, antennae, towers and electronic equipment for receiving and transmitting information
2S.DCKYdockyarda facility for servicing, building, or repairing ships
2S.FYferrya boat or other floating conveyance and terminal facilities regularly used to transport people and vehicles across a waterbody
2S.WALLAancient wallthe remains of a linear defensive stone structure
2S.RSTNQabandoned railroad station
2S.SHSEstorehousea building for storing goods, especially provisions
2S.PPpolice posta building in which police are stationed
2S.ZOOzooa zoological garden or park where wild animals are kept for exhibition
1S.AGRFagricultural facilitya building and/or tract of land used for improving agriculture
1S.AIRHheliporta place where helicopters land and take off
1S.AIRBairbasean area used to store supplies, provide barracks for air force personnel, hangars and runways for aircraft, and from which operations are initiated
1S.ASTRastronomical stationa point on the earth whose position has been determined by observations of celestial bodies
1S.BURburial cave(s)a cave used for human burials
1S.DAMQruined dama destroyed or decayed dam which is no longer functional
1S.CTRCMcommunity centera facility for community recreation and other activities
1S.CTRMmedical centera complex of health care buildings including two or more of the following: hospital, medical school, clinic, pharmacy, doctor's offices, etc.
1S.CSNOcasinoa building used for entertainment, especially gambling
1S.DIPdiplomatic facilityoffice, residence, or facility of a foreign government, which may include an embassy, consulate, chancery, office of charge d?affaires, or other diplomatic, economic, military, or cultural mission
1S.GRVEgravea burial site
1S.LDNGlandinga place where boats receive or discharge passengers and freight, but lacking most port facilities
1S.HUTShutssmall primitive houses
1S.MNmine(s)a site where mineral ores are extracted from the ground by excavating surface pits and subterranean passages
1S.PMPWwater pumping stationa facility for pumping water from a major well or through a pipeline
1S.MLWTRwater milla mill powered by running water
1S.NSYnursery(-ies)a place where plants are propagated for transplanting or grafting
1S.TMPLtemple(s)an edifice dedicated to religious worship
1S.STBLstablea building for the shelter and feeding of farm animals, especially horses
1S.SCHMmilitary schoola school at which military science forms the core of the curriculum
1S.WALLwalla thick masonry structure, usually enclosing a field or building, or forming the side of a structure
1S.RHSEresthousea structure maintained for the rest and shelter of travelers
1S.PRNprisona facility for confining prisoners
1S.MNCRchrome mine(s)a mine where chrome ore is extracted
1S.STNFforest stationa collection of buildings and facilities for carrying out forest management
1S.POpost officea public building in which mail is received, sorted and distributed
1S.SWTsewage treatment plantfacility for the processing of sewage and/or wastewater
1S.OILTtank farma tract of land occupied by large, cylindrical, metal tanks in which oil or liquid petrochemicals are stored
1S.OBSobservatorya facility equipped for observation of atmospheric or space phenomena
9.494 Total for S
Hypsographic Features (mountain,hill,rock,... )
2.735T.MTmountainan elevation standing high above the surrounding area with small summit area, steep slopes and local relief of 300m or more
2.332T.PKpeaka pointed elevation atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic feature
519T.HLLhilla rounded elevation of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
397T.PASSpassa break in a mountain range or other high obstruction, used for transportation from one side to the other [See also gap]
391T.PTpointa tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape
222T.ISLislanda tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
203T.VALvalleyan elongated depression usually traversed by a stream
122T.CAPEcapea land area, more prominent than a point, projecting into the sea and marking a notable change in coastal direction
91T.MTSmountainsa mountain range or a group of mountains or high ridges
45T.PLNplain(s)an extensive area of comparatively level to gently undulating land, lacking surface irregularities, and usually adjacent to a higher area
40T.RKrocka conspicuous, isolated rocky mass
33T.PKSpeakspointed elevations atop a mountain, ridge, or other hypsographic features
25T.BCHbeacha shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
20T.RDGEridge(s)a long narrow elevation with steep sides, and a more or less continuous crest
14T.ISLSislandstracts of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water
14T.HLLShillsrounded elevations of limited extent rising above the surrounding land with local relief of less than 300m
13T.RKSrocksconspicuous, isolated rocky masses
8T.VLCvolcanoa conical elevation composed of volcanic materials with a crater at the top
8T.UPLDuplandan extensive interior region of high land with low to moderate surface relief
5T.BCHSbeachesa shore zone of coarse unconsolidated sediment that extends from the low-water line to the highest reach of storm waves
4T.PENpeninsulaan elongate area of land projecting into a body of water and nearly surrounded by water
4T.PROMpromontory(-ies)a bluff or prominent hill overlooking or projecting into a lowland
4T.GAPgapa low place in a ridge, not used for transportation
4T.SLPslope(s)a surface with a relatively uniform slope angle
3T.CLFcliff(s)a high, steep to perpendicular slope overlooking a waterbody or lower area
2T.DPRdepression(s)a low area surrounded by higher land and usually characterized by interior drainage
2T.DLTAdeltaa flat plain formed by alluvial deposits at the mouth of a stream
2T.BARbara shallow ridge or mound of coarse unconsolidated material in a stream channel, at the mouth of a stream, estuary, or lagoon and in the wave-break zone along coasts
2T.SPURspur(s)a subordinate ridge projecting outward from a hill, mountain or other elevation
1T.LAVAlava areaan area of solidified lava
1T.KRSTkarst areaa distinctive landscape developed on soluble rock such as limestone characterized by sinkholes, caves, disappearing streams, and underground drainage
1T.CRQcirquea bowl-like hollow partially surrounded by cliffs or steep slopes at the head of a glaciated valley
1T.PLATplateauan elevated plain with steep slopes on one or more sides, and often with incised streams
1T.HDLDheadlanda high projection of land extending into a large body of water beyond the line of the coast
1T.SDLsaddlea broad, open pass crossing a ridge or between hills or mountains
1T.GRGEgorge(s)a short, narrow, steep-sided section of a stream valley
1T.SPITspita narrow, straight or curved continuation of a beach into a waterbody
7.272 Total for T
Undersea Features (undersea)
1U.PKSUpeaksprominent elevations, part of a larger feature, either pointed or of very limited extent across the summit
1U.SHLUshoala surface-navigation hazard composed of unconsolidated material
2 Total for U
Vegetation Features (forest,heath,...)
15V.FRSTforest(s)an area dominated by tree vegetation
5V.VINvineyarda planting of grapevines
2V.SCRBscrublandan area of low trees, bushes, and shrubs stunted by some environmental limitation
1V.MDWmeadowa small, poorly drained area dominated by grassy vegetation
1V.TREEtree(s)a conspicuous tree used as a landmark
1V.GRVOolive grovea planting of olive trees
25 Total for V
48.998

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