Quarata
Quarata: The Fraction of Arezzo
Hello everyone! Today I will tell you about Quarata, a charming fraction of Arezzo located northwest of the city center, along the Via Setteponti towards Castiglion Fibocchi. With its approximately 2,000 inhabitants, the "quaratini", it is part of the Circoscrizione 1 and represents one of the most important medieval nuclei of the municipality of Arezzo.
The Castle of Quarata and Leonardo da Vinci
According to scholar Carlo Starnazzi, the castle of Quarata was used by Leonardo da Vinci as an observation point of the surrounding landscape, which he then painted in his famous work "The Mona Lisa." This hypothesis has also been supported by other scholars. It's nice to know that our fraction may have a connection with one of the greatest artists in history!
The Triangle of Quarries
Near Quarata, there is the "Triangle of Quarries", an agricultural area of 400 hectares that also includes the villages of Patrignone and Campoluci. Recently, there have been operations to safeguard the environmental area by constantly urging competent authorities about the requalification and reclamation of the territory. It's wonderful to see that there are people committed to protecting the natural beauty of our area.
The Patron Saint of Quarata
The patron saint of Quarata is Saint Andrew the Apostle. It is a very important festival in our community and is celebrated every year on November 30. During the festival, there is a procession, games for children, stalls of local food and crafts, and much more. If you are here at that time of year, don't miss the opportunity to participate!
The Death of Gregory X
According to tradition, on January 10, 1276, Gregory X died in Quarata, upon his return from the Second Council of Lyon. This historic event is commemorated every year with a ceremony. It's very nice to think that our small fraction may have such historical importance.
Notes
These are just some of the most interesting facts about our fraction, but there are many other interesting aspects to discover. If you have any questions or if you know any curiosities about the area, share them with us in the comments!
Other Projects
We know that many associations and groups work hard to improve our community. If you are interested in participating in any project or event in Quarata, you can contact the associations present in the area or the Municipality for more information. We are sure that your participation would be much appreciated!
External Links
Finally, if you want to learn more about Quarata and the activities in the area, we invite you to visit the website of the Municipality of Arezzo. You can find more information about the history, events, and local associations. We look forward to welcoming you to our fraction to discover the beauty of our area!
