Isola della Scala
Welcome to Isola della Scala!
Hello everyone! Today we'll be talking about Isola della Scala, a small town in the province of Verona, in the Veneto region. With its 11,463 inhabitants, Isola della Scala is a picturesque and peaceful city, perfect for a day trip or a relaxing vacation.
A geographical overview
Isola della Scala is located about 19 kilometers from Verona, to the south. Its municipal territory extends for about 69.83 km² and is located in the geographic area of the Bassa Veronese. The municipality borders other towns such as Buttapietra, Oppeano, Bovolone, Salizzole, Nogara, Erbè, Trevenzuolo, and Vigasio. The territory is part of the hydrographic basin of Tartaro-Canalbianco-Po di Levante. Despite being close to the epicenter of the violent Verona earthquake of 1117, Isola della Scala's territory is classified in seismic zone 4, which is of very low risk.
An unusual name
The toponym of Isola della Scala has Latin origins and dates back to the Roman period. In fact, the territory was covered by the marshes of the Tartaro-Canalbianco-Po di Levante river, which isolated the town from the surrounding villages and hamlets. Hence the name "Insula Cenensis", which means "island of the Cenesi".
History
The history of Isola della Scala is rich in events and conquests. In the Roman period, Isola della Scala was an important seat of human settlements, which expanded during the Roman domination and with the construction of the Claudia Augusta road. In the Middle Ages, the territory was owned by the counts of Sambonifacio of Verona until the thirteenth century, when the town was subjugated by the Scaligeri who reinforced the defenses on the banks of the Tartaro river. From that moment on, the territory assumed its definitive name of "Isola della Scala". During the period of the Serenissima Republic of Venice, many Venetian families settled in the city and promoted the construction of hydraulic and artistic works. At that time, the name was changed to "Isola di San Marco", but the inhabitants of the city kept the old name. With the reclamation of the Pontine marshes and the introduction of rice cultivation in the seventeenth century, Isola della Scala took a central role in the economy of the region. During the Napoleonic period, Isola della Scala lost its autonomy, but with the Austrian domination, it returned to a prominent role.
Places of interest
Isola della Scala has several places of tourist interest, worth visiting. For example, the church of Santo Stefano Protomartire, also called the church of SS. Stefano and Giacomo, dates back to the eleventh century. A historical document from July 20, 1011 speaks about the parish. The church is built in Romanesque style and presents interesting stone works.
Conclusion
Here is a brief overview of Isola della Scala, a city that blends tradition and modernity, history, and culture. A perfect destination for a day trip or a relaxing vacation. I hope I've convinced you to discover the charm of this small Venetian town.
