Corropoli
Discovering Corropoli
Hello friends, today I'll talk to you about Corropoli, a municipality of around 3500 inhabitants located in the province of Teramo, Abruzzo. The town extends in the Val Vibrata and borders with other municipalities such as Controguerra, Colonnella, Alba Adriatica and Sant'Omero.
Physical geography
If you love nature, Corropoli is the right place for you. The town is immersed in greenery and offers many opportunities for hiking or outdoor walks. Furthermore, being located in a medium seismicity area, you can enjoy the scenic beauty without worrying about earthquakes.
Origins of the name
The name Corropoli has ancient origins, and different theories try to explain its meaning. Some argue that it derives from the Latin ''Corriupum'', which indicates a confluence of ravines, badlands, streams. According to the most credited sources, however, its name comes from the Latin ''Collis Ruppuli'', which means "Colle of Ripoli". What do you think?
History
If you are passionate about history, Corropoli is the right place for you. In the 3rd century BC, the area of Corropoli became part of the Roman Empire along with the surrounding areas. The Romans built villas and pagan temples on Corropolese soil. Between 1393 and 1760, the town was under the dominion of the Acquaviva family, dukes of Atri. In Corropoli, you can still breathe the medieval atmosphere, with many testimonies of the era such as the Abbey of Santa Maria di Mejulano ("la Badia"), the Monastery of Gabbiano, and the parish church of Sant'Agnese.
The Bell Tower
The Bell Tower of Corropoli is considered the symbol of the town. Built between the 15th and 16th centuries, it is part of a group of four "brother" bell towers in the province of Teramo. By the way, have you ever explored these towers? They are really suggestive!
Conclusions
In summary, Corropoli is a town that will amaze you for its beauty and history, where you can spend a pleasant day discovering its territory and monuments. If you want to spend a different day from the usual, I recommend visiting it. What are you waiting for? Corropoli is waiting for you with open arms!
