Casorezzo
Casorezzo: the history of a Lombard town
Casorezzo is a town in the metropolitan city of Milan in Lombardy, with a population of 5523 inhabitants. Its history is full of traces of Romanization, the Middle Ages, and the modern era, making it a place of great charm.
History
Roman Era and the First Etymological Traces
In the history of Casorezzo, the Roman era is highlighted by the discovery of traces of Romanization in the area, thanks to a necropolis that emerged at the beginning of the 20th century where a bronze coin bearing the effigy of Vespasian was found. The municipality of Casorezzo seems to derive from the Latin "Domus retium," meaning "house of nets."
Middle Ages
The town of Casorezzo flourished in the Middle Ages, with the construction of a castle with four towers, surrounded by a moat and located among dense woods. Within its walls was the ancient church dedicated to Saint George, while there was also a monastery called the "Domus Capucinarum" or "House of the Capuchins."
Modern Era
The life of the ancient village was therefore centered around the church, the Umiliate monastery, and the homes of the patricians who owned the lands and assets of Casorezzo during the modern era. In 1497, on March 24th, Ambrogio de' Crivelli declared that he had purchased a missal for use on his altar in the church of San Giorgio in Cosorezio. In 1523, Umberto Crivelli left 50 imperial lire in his will to the fabric of the church of San Giorgio in Casorezzo to be converted into repairs of the church and the chapel of Santa Maria.
The noble Margherita Crivelli, with her will of October 28th, 1565, left 3 fields of Trebbiano grapevines to the students of the church of San Giorgio, and Messer Francesco De Litti, a resident of Sacconago, married Caterina de Crivelli in Casorezzo. The Crivelli family owned property in Casorezzo, and part of it was in Trebbie, on the road to Furato.
In this historical framework, Casorezzo lived off the activities and initiatives of its patricians who alternated in owning the lands and assets of the municipality.
Curiosities about Casorezzo
In addition to its historical-cultural heritage, Casorezzo offers many curiosities. For example, the dialect of Casorezzo is "Casorezz" or "Caxorizio" in the Legnanese dialect. Some names of the municipality derive from the Latin "Domus retium," such as "Cosorezo" or "Coxoretio."
Furthermore, the municipality of Casorezzo is home to two small churches, one dedicated to Saint Anthony and the other to Saint Rocco, both located in the countryside. The municipality covers an area of 4.63 km² and borders Arluno, Legnano, and Nerviano.
Events in Casorezzo
The municipality of Casorezzo is particularly active in promoting events and initiatives for all its inhabitants. For example, every year there is the Fair of Saint Anthony, during which gastronomic and musical events are held for the entire population.
In addition, the municipality organizes a village fair every year, called the "Sagra dei legnanesi," which celebrates the culture and tradition of the region. This fair is an opportunity for the community of Casorezzo to come together and celebrate together, through various activities such as live music, theater, and activities for children.
Conclusions
The municipality of Casorezzo is one of the most interesting and fascinating places in Lombardy, with a long history full of traces of Romanization, the Middle Ages, and the modern era. Every year, it offers events and initiatives for all its inhabitants and confirms itself as an important tourist destination in the region.
