Faleria
Welcome to Faleria: Let's Discover This Small Lazio Municipality
Hello everyone, today I'll talk about Faleria, a small municipality in the province of Viterbo in Lazio, which has about 2000 inhabitants.
Physical Geography
Territory
Faleria is located about 40 kilometers from Rome, on the left of the Via Flaminia. It is included in the Tiber valley, between the municipalities of Rignano, Calcata and Civita Castellana. If you look up, you will see Mount Soratte to the east and the Cimini and Sabatini Mountains to the west. The municipal area, crossed by the Treja river, is not part of the homonymous regional park, but joins the Tiber after a few kilometers.
Climate
Classified in zone D, Faleria has an average temperature of 13.4 degrees and is mainly influenced by the Mediterranean climate.
History
Inhabited territory since ancient times, Faleria has ancient origins. Its first name was Stabbia, which then changed to Castrum Stabie. In 1873 it adopted the current name, although recently there has been talk of a possible return to the old name.
Although scholars do not agree on its etymology, it is known that Stabbia was the name of a station located along an Etruscan or Roman road, of which today the so-called Stabbia inn remains on the Via Flaminia.
Although in the past it was considered a fiefdom, already in the 14th century Stabbia belonged to the Anguillara family, which owned it until the 17th century. An important date in the history of the municipality is November 1, 1504, the day on which Girolama Farnese, wife of Giuliano Anguillara, was assassinated, suspected of having attempted to poison her son with the help of her lovers.
Monuments and Places of Interest
The Castle of the Anguillara
The Castle of the Anguillara is the symbol of Faleria and represents one of its most important places. The exact date of its construction is not known, but it is known that the castle already existed in 1200. This palace, which conveys grandeur and power, is characterized by numerous white marble crests with the characteristic crossed snakes, symbol of the noble family.
Other Places of Interest
In Faleria there is also a viewpoint with a breathtaking panoramic view of the Tiber valley, the church of San Giovanni Battista, and the small tuffaceous fortress of the Rocchetta.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Faleria is an enchanting place that deserves to be discovered. Its history and places of interest, such as the Castle of the Anguillara, make this town a unique tourist attraction. The next time you are in the province of Viterbo, do not miss the opportunity to visit Faleria.
