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What is the main setting of Romeo and Juliet?

The main setting of Romeo and Juliet is Verona, a city in northern Italy. The play is set in the 13th or 14th century, during a time of political unrest between Verona and Mantua, two neighboring cities. The story revolves around the star-crossed love affair between Romeo Montague, the son of the Montague family, and Juliet Capulet, the daughter of the Capulet family. The play takes place in a variety of locations throughout Verona, including the streets, the town square, the Capulet orchard, and the tomb of the Capulet family.

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