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Welcome to the province of Teramo!
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of the province of Teramo? This charming region of Abruzzo covers an area of 1954.38 km² and has a population of almost 300,000 inhabitants. An ideal destination for nature lovers, the province of Teramo offers breathtaking hilly landscapes, dream beaches on the coast and mountainous terrain reaching up to 2912 m in height. Come and discover its millenary history and its cultural and landscape treasures.
Physical geography
The province of Teramo is divided into 47 municipalities, including the most important ones such as Teramo, Roseto degli Abruzzi and Giulianova. Characterized by a vast hilly area that slopes down from the Apennine mountains to the Adriatic coast, the province of Teramo is framed by important reliefs such as Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga. Gran Sasso, which reaches 2912 m in height at the peak of Corno Grande, marks the western border of the province and is opposed to the various landscapes of Monti della Laga, on the border with Marche.
The provincial territory is mostly hilly and divided by several valleys, including the Tordino valley, the Vomano valley, the Val Vibrata and the Piomba valley. Take advantage of the beauty of natural parks such as the Torre del Cerrano protected marine area, where you can admire the great biodiversity of the local flora and fauna.
History
Antiquity
Are you fascinated by ancient history? The province of Teramo was inhabited by ancient peoples such as the Piceni and Pretuzi. The Piceni territories extended for much of Marche, while the Pretuzi occupied the Teramo countryside. Thanks to the presence of about ten thousand tombs in the Campovalano necropolis, it could be thought that the Piceni lived in these places.
Middle Ages and modern age
In the Middle Ages, the Teramo countryside was occupied by the Byzantines and the Lombards. Teramo becomes the seat of one of the first dioceses in Abruzzo, housed in the former cathedral church of Santa Maria Aprutiense, now the church of Sant'Anna. In the twelfth century, the city was besieged and destroyed by the Norman count Roberto di Loretello. Many toponyms of large and small centers, often fractions, such as Garrufo di Sant'Omero or Sant'Atto di Teramo, would derive precisely from the Lombard presence.
Conclusions
The province of Teramo is a must-see destination for those who love nature and landscape beauty. Between the mountains, the valleys and the Adriatic Sea, the province of Teramo offers an explosive mix of beauty and ancient charm. Come and immerse yourself in this enchanting region and discover its millenary history. We are waiting for you with open arms!
