Forgaria nel Friuli
Forgària in Friuli: a geographically unique town
Hello friends! Today I'll talk to you about Forgària in Friuli, a small Italian municipality with a population of 1706 inhabitants located in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region.
The town has a unique geographical position, in fact it is located in the province of Udine beyond the Tagliamento River, and for this reason, it is also influenced by the historical and linguistic influences of Western Friuli. Its territorial surface ranges from 270 meters above sea level at the municipal center, to 841 meters above sea level of "Mont di Prât", up to about 1000 meters above sea level of "Piè di Cuar" and 1200 meters above sea level of the mountain retreat "Casera".
The history of Forgària in Friuli
Forgària in Friuli has always been part of the province of Udine, except for the period from 1968 to 1969, when it was assigned to the province of Pordenone. In 1976, the municipality was hit by the Friuli earthquake, which caused huge damages and destroyed much of the local architecture.
Symbols and honours
The coat of arms and the banner of Forgària in Friuli were granted by the President of the Republic's decree in 1969. The coat of arms is semi-partitioned, truncated, with some geometric parts in red on silver, a black escutcheon on a golden background, and a crenellated golden tower flanked by two lilies. The banner is a black and white truncated flag.
In addition, Dr. Mario De Franceschi, the town physician, was knighted by the Republic of Italy for his merits during the earthquake of 1976.
Places of interest in Forgària in Friuli
If you visit Forgària in Friuli, you cannot miss the Church of San Lorenzo Martire, built in the eighteenth century on the site of the ancient medieval church and completely restored after the Friuli earthquake of 1976. In addition, you can explore the plateau of Monte Prat, accessible from Forgaria, which offers a unique experience in the natural basin. Here you can stay in a holiday home and a scattered hotel.
If you are nature lovers, you must not miss the Cornino Lake Nature Reserve, a beautiful lake supplied by underground springs with clear and crystalline water. Here you will also find very special flora and, during the Christmas season, you can participate in an underwater nativity scene organized by the Friulana Subacquei of Udine.
The Rural Craftsmanship House - Geis e Riscjei, located in the village of Cornino, exhibits tools that represent the rural life of the past. You can also visit Castle Raimondo, an ancient archaeological site in the town of Forgaria, or San Zuan di Flavuigne, also known as "San Giovanni di Flagogna", on the ruins of the castle, where a festival takes place.
For reading lovers, the Forgària in Friuli Municipal Library was rebuilt after the earthquake of 1976 and recently named after Grazia Maria Giassi, the principal of the town's middle school for many years and author of poems.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Forgària in Friuli is a wonderful place to visit, with all its hidden treasures. From its natural heritage to its culture and history, Forgària in Friuli is a true gem waiting to be discovered. I hope my summary has been helpful to you and that you have the opportunity to visit this wonderful little Italian village.
