Camino al Tagliamento
Some information on the fascinating Camino al Tagliamento
If you are looking for places to visit in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, I recommend considering Camino al Tagliamento, a town of 1544 inhabitants that is part of the authentic Italian villages club. Let's discover together what makes this place so interesting.
Physical geography
Territory
Camino al Tagliamento is located on the left bank of the Tagliamento river, a river that forms the western border of the municipality. Another important watercourse is the Varmo river, which has its sources in the San Vidotto fraction. Camino is located in an area particularly rich in water, thanks to the presence of the Risorgive line that cuts longitudinally through the Middle Friuli and the abundant underground aquifers.
Origins of the name
The name "Camino" could derive from the Latin "caminu(m)" which means "fireplace", attesting to the presence of numerous furnaces in the area until the 18th century. However, it is more likely that it derives from the Slavic word "kàmen" which means "stone", "rock", or "stone", due to the presence of alluvial gravelly soils originated from the Tagliamento river.
History
The presence of Camino is documented since 1186, when it was governed by the abbey of Sesto al Reghena on behalf of the Patriarchs of Aquileia. Over the centuries it passed under the dominion of different families, including the Lords of Codroipo. During the Kingdom of Italy, the municipality was established, but then it was suppressed and aggregated to the municipality of Codroipo between 1928 and the Second World War. Finally, in 1947, Camino regained its autonomy.
Camino is also known for its ancient tradition of organ masters, whose contribution has been recognized on an international level.
Symbols
The coat of arms of the municipality consists of a red-tiled roof on a sky field, with a smoking silver chimney loaded with a silver shield. The shield is hung on a nail and represents a black predatory wolf. The gonfalon is a red, white and blue palaced drape. The flag of the municipality consists of a banded seven-colored cloth, colored white, blue and red, with the municipal coat of arms at the pole.
Monuments and places of interest
One of the most interesting places in the municipality is the Mother Church of S. Maria di Pieve di Rosa, a building that dates back to the mid-fifteenth century but is presumed to have even older origins, as it was already mentioned in the thirteenth century.
Furthermore, Camino al Tagliamento is characterized by a landscape rich in rice fields, so much so that it is known as "the land of rice". During the summer, numerous festivals are held that celebrate the typical products of the area, such as rice, ham, and wine.
Conclusions
Camino al Tagliamento is a fascinating and little-known municipality, which certainly deserves a visit. Its privileged position on the banks of the Tagliamento river, its millenary history, and the wealth of the territory and cultural tradition make it a unique and suggestive place. If you are looking for an authentic experience and outside the usual tourist destinations, do not hesitate to visit Camino al Tagliamento.
