Fonte Nuova
The District of Fonte Nuova: Let's discover together the history and treasures of this municipality in the metropolitan city of Rome Capital.
Welcome to Fonte Nuova
Hello friends, today I want to talk to you about a municipality that is as ancient as it is modern: Fonte Nuova.
Physical geography
The Pratolungo, a small tributary of the Aniene, flows through the territory of Fonte Nuova. Thanks to its mild climate, temperatures can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius in the summer.
History
Fonte Nuova was built on the ruins of the ancient Nomentum, which was already a city in the Latin League, renowned for its climate and named by classical poets such as Ovid. Here, in 799, Charles, King of the Franks, met the Pope to agree on the birth of the Holy Roman Empire the following year. The battle between Garibaldi's volunteers and the French and Papal troops took place in 1867 in Fonte Nuova, and the bones of some Garibaldi soldiers who fell in the clashes are still preserved in the area between the current municipalities of Mentana and Fonte Nuova.
Symbols
The emblem of the Municipality of Fonte Nuova was granted by decree of the President of the Republic on June 8th, 2007, and the gonfalone is a yellow banner.
Monuments and places of interest
If you are passionate about religious architecture, Fonte Nuova offers many wonders to visit, such as the Church of Gesù Maestro, which was consecrated in 1967 and restored and expanded in 2000, or the Church of Santa Lucia, whose construction began in 1964 and was consecrated in 1972. There are also the Church of Maria Regina, whose construction began in 1983 and the modern-style Pentecostal Evangelical Church of the 1970s-1980s. If you are instead a lover of military architecture, I recommend admiring the Tricolour Tower, so called for its colouring, restored in the 1970s and of medieval origin.
What to do in Fonte Nuova
Fonte Nuova is the ideal place to take a walk and enjoy the beauty of its landscape. Here, you will find plenty of greenery and various sports activities to practice, such as soccer, cycling, basketball, and tennis. Nature lovers can also visit the Aguzzano Regional Urban Park, located near the city, where you can walk among woods and meadows, enjoying the fresh air and silence of nature.
Local events
Throughout the year, Fonte Nuova offers numerous cultural events, festivals, fairs, and lots of entertainment. Among the most important are "Natale a Fonte Nuova" with many shows, music, and Christmas markets, and "Camminando Insieme," a walk through the city to discover the most suggestive places.
Restaurants and local cuisine
Fonte Nuova offers genuine and high-quality cuisine, from homemade pasta to traditional dishes such as pasta and beans, pizza, and porchetta, all accompanied by good wine from the Roman hills. Local restaurants will satisfy every culinary need of visitors.
Conclusions
In conclusion, if you are looking for a quiet place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature, Fonte Nuova is the right place for you! Don't forget to visit its architectural treasures and taste its local cuisine. Come and discover the charm of this ancient and modern town.
