Trassilico
Good morning from beautiful Trassilico!
I want to talk to you about this charming little village located in the Serchio Valley, in Garfagnana. Trassilico, before becoming a hamlet of the town of Gallicano, was an autonomous municipality with a rich history and culture.
A millennial history
This place has been inhabited since Roman times and there is evidence of Lombard presence in the area. In 1430, it voluntarily passed to the Estensi family, becoming the seat of an important vicariate, on the border between the territory of the Republic of Lucca and that of the Republic of Florence. The fortress, which overlooks the village, had great strategic importance because it housed the podestà, the mayors, and the notary chancellor.
In 1661, the famous scientist Antonio Vallisneri was born in the fortress, son of Lorenzo, the mayor of the town. His scientific discoveries have left an important imprint in the history of medicine.
The municipality also included the localities of Gragliana, Vallico Sopra, Vallico Sotto and Fabbriche di Vallico, and in 1947, when it was suppressed, it had 1722 inhabitants.
The emblem of the municipality
The emblem of the ancient suppressed municipality was characterized by an open and windowed tower, founded on a mount. The whole was red, effectively representing the strength and presence of the fortress.
A gallery of images to discover Trassilico
One of the main attractions of Trassilico is the church of Santa Elisabetta, an enchanting place that deserves a visit. Its façade, but also the interiors, are a true masterpiece. Other photos show you the Estensi fortress and the church of Saints Peter and Paul.
Conclusions
What can I say, Trassilico is a wonderful place! Its millennial history, the Estensi fortress, and the church of Santa Elisabetta are just some of the beauties that await you. If you are passionate about history and art, you cannot miss this splendid city. I hope you enjoyed this brief virtual journey. See you soon, friends!
