Lurate Caccivio
Welcome to Lurate Caccivio
Hello everyone and welcome to Lurate Caccivio! This Italian city, located in the province of Como, has about 9,700 inhabitants and was awarded the title of City of Italy in 2010 by the President of the Republic. Its territorial surface extends over a hilly area that goes from 322 to 414 meters above sea level. But let's talk about the history of this town.
The History of Lurate Caccivio
The territory of Lurate Caccivio has ancient origins: already in pre-Roman times there were Celtic-Gallic populations of the Insubri, who arrived in Italy around 500 BC Not much is known about the pre-Roman settlement that was here, but in the last century a Roman necropolis was found in the cemetery area of San Pietro, with some graves from pre-Christian times.
Subsequently, the area was strongly influenced by the presence of the monks of the Bobbio Abbey. They created the settlement of the court of Luriate, whose name was changed from ''Luliaticam'' or ''Luriatica'' to Lurate over time. This court had extensive lands owned by the monastery, divided among 23 tenants and three ''absentes''. These last ones were the uncultivated hunting estates, from which the name Caccivio.
In the first half of the 9th century, the king of Italy and future emperor of the Holy Roman Empire Lotario I confirmed to the monks of Bobbio the rights over the territory and the Court of Luriate. From here, there were several confirmations in the royal and imperial diplomas of Berengario del Friuli of 888 and September 11, 903, Guido II of Spoleto (893) and Lamberto II of Spoleto (896). Luriate became a fiefdom of the Abbey of San Simpliciano by papal concession, and the Castle, residence of the abbot, and the hamlet of Caccivio were born. A further monastery was built in the 11th century at the foot of the Castle hill, between the current Umberto I and Regina Margherita streets, with the current "Corte del Bia" serving as a vegetable garden.
In 1197 the fief of Lurate was divided between two municipalities: that of Lurate Abbate and that south of Cacivio Comasco. In the 14th century ''“el locho da Luyrago de l’Abà”'' was inserted in the parish of Appiano, while ''“Cazivio”'' was in the parish of Fino. From 1374 until well over the mid-18th century, the fiefdom of Lurate Abbate extended to the territory of Oltrona di San Mamette.
In the 15th century, the Benedictine monks built a third monastery, located in the locality still called "Benedetta". During the Counter-Reformation, the administration of the parishes of Caccivio (1577), Castello (1627) and Oltrona (1633) was revoked from the Benedictines, and they were entrusted to three respective priests.
Life in Lurate Caccivio Today
Today Lurate Caccivio is a rapidly developing city, but without forgetting its historical roots. Its hilly position, mild climate and proximity to both the lake and the mountains make it an ideal place to live. The city has several commercial and artisanal activities, a public park, a municipal theater and numerous cultural and wine and food associations.
What to Visit in Lurate Caccivio
The visit to Lurate Caccivio can only start from the Roman necropolis of San Pietro. Then you can move on to the Castle, residence of the abbot, and to the hamlet of Caccivio. I also recommend visiting the third monastery, located in the locality "Benedetta".
For nature lovers, the Park of the Hills of Lurate Caccivio offers the possibility of panoramic walks among meadows, woods and hills. In addition, in the summer months, Lurate Caccivio organizes numerous wine and food festivals, offering the opportunity to taste local specialties accompanied by local wines.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Lurate Caccivio is a city that encloses millenary history, natural treasures and a variety of activities and events that make it an ideal place to visit and live. Come discover Lurate Caccivio, we await you with open arms!
