| Mantua | |
| Etymology: | the English form of the name of the city in Italy whose Italian name is Mantova. |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Name: | Canada |
| Subdivision Type1: | Province |
| Subdivision Name1: | Nova Scotia |
| Subdivision Type2: | County |
| Subdivision Name2: | Hants |
| Subdivision Type3: | Municipal district |
| Subdivision Name3: | West Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Unit Pref: | Metric |
| Population Density Km2: | auto |
Mantua is an unincorporated settlement in West Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada.[1] The 45th parallel – halfway between the equator and North Pole – passes through Mantua.[2]
Mantua can be reached by road.
Mantua was formerly served by the Dominion Atlantic Railway.
Mantua is located west of the Meander River.
Pine fossils have been found in Mantua.[3]