Isola Rizza
Isola Rizza: a small town located in Veneto
Hello everyone! Today I will talk about Isola Rizza, a municipality located in the province of Verona, in Veneto. With its 3205 inhabitants and a territory of about 17 square kilometers, Isola Rizza is one of Italy's smallest cities. Despite its small size, this city has an interesting history and some places worth visiting.
Physical geography: a flat territory
Isola Rizza is located about 24 kilometers southeast of the provincial capital Verona and is crossed by the Piganzo and the Bussè rivers. The municipal area, completely flat, includes various localities, including the capital, Casalandri, Casalati, Casalino, Casari, Casotti, Villa Mandella, Merle, Ormeolo, Rabbia and other minor ones, which are located on the borders with the municipalities of Bovolone, Roverchiara and San Pietro di Morubio.
Origins of the name: from "Insula Porcaritia" to "Isola Rizza"
The original name of Isola Rizza was "Insula Porcaritia". "Insula" because the settlement was located on a plain outside the woods and swamps that surrounded the area, and "Porcaritia" because pig farming was a widespread practice in this place. Over the centuries, "Porcaritia" became "Porcarizza". In 1872 the Islanders changed the name of the town to Isola Rizza, forgetting the old name considered almost vulgar. However, in 1932 the old symbol of the community, namely "the sow with rice in its mouth", which is found in the municipal coat of arms, was resumed.
History: from prehistory to the Gauls Cenomani
The history of Isola Rizza dates back to prehistory, when the city was inhabited by populations who were forced to undergo the effects of the floods of the rivers that crossed the area. However, this did not prevent the discovery of ancient settlements. The attack of a handle of a bronze vase dating back to the 6th century BC, the period of the Etruscan civilization, is preserved at the Archaeological Museum of Verona. In addition, at Pieve, an intact clay urn dating back to the period between the Bronze Age and the Iron Age was found.
Furthermore, at Casalandri, in the necropolis of the Gauls Cenomani, one hundred and eleven burials dating back to the 2nd century BC have been unearthed. The peculiarity of this discovery is represented by the biritualism between burial and cremation, a mixed rite that gives an idea of the slow and peaceful absorption of local populations by Rome.
Conclusions
Voilà! This is my friendly summary of Isola Rizza. A city that, despite its small size, is rich in history and traditions. If you find yourself in the area, I recommend stopping by to discover the charm of this small Venetian pearl. See you next time!
