Massa

Massa is a city and comune in the Tuscany region of central Italy. It lies on the Tyrrhenian coast and is the capital of the Province of Massa-Carrara. The town is part of the Lunigiana historical area and sits near the Apuan Alps, between Carrara and Livorno, with the coastal district of Marina di Massa.

The historic center preserves a medieval layout with churches and palazzi dating from various periods. The surrounding area is closely associated with marble quarrying in nearby Carrara, a major industry that has supplied sculptures and buildings worldwide. The local economy combines industry, services, and tourism, with coastal tourism along the Massa promenade and beaches.

Massa is also a surname of Italian origin and the Italian word for mass, used in physics and everyday language. The name is used for various places and institutions that derive their name from the city.