Desio

For other meanings, regarding the surname, see De Sio.

Desio
—  Comune  —
Città di Desio
Palagi Tower
Coat of arms
Desio Location of Desio in Italy
Coordinates: 45°37′N 09°13′E / 45.617°N 9.217°E / 45.617; 9.217
Country	Italy
Region	Lombardy
Province	Monza and Brianza (MB)
Frazioni	SaSan Carlo, San Giorgio, San Giuseppe
Government
- Mayor	Roberto Corti (since May 31, 2011)
Area
- Total	14 km2 (5.4 sq mi)
Elevation	196 m (643 ft)
Population (31 December 2009)
- Total	40,313
- Density	2,879.5/km2 (7,457.9/sq mi)
Demonym	Desiani
Time zone	CET (UTC+1)
- Summer (DST)	CEST (UTC+2)
Postal code	20832
Dialing code	0362
Patron saint	Madonna del Rosario
Saint day	First Sunday in October
Website	Official website

Desio is a town and comune in the Province of Monza and Brianza, Italy.

History

In 1277 it was the location of the battle between the Visconti and della Torre families for the rule of Milan. It is also known as the birthplace of Pope Pius XI and the Arsenal goalkeeper, Vito Mannone. Desio received the honorary title of city with a royal decree on February 24, 1924.

Main sights

• Villa Tittoni (18th century)
• Torre dei Palagi (19th century)