Marino
Welcome to Marino, homeland of wine and the Grape Festival
Are you ready to discover the beauty of Marino, a municipality in the metropolitan city of Rome Capital located on the Alban Hills in the area of the Castelli Romani? With just under 45,000 inhabitants, Marino was an important military outpost on the Roman Agro for many centuries and has become a much-loved tourist destination over time thanks to its strategic location between Rocca di Papa, Castel Gandolfo, and Grottaferrata.
The physical geography of the territory
Marino is surrounded by nature and the fascinating orography of the Laziale Volcano crater, which covered an area of about 1600 km². The municipal territory extends for 26.10 km², making Marino the sixth largest municipality in the Castelli Romani. Over the centuries, the territory of Marino has undergone several modifications and expansions, which have increased or decreased the area of the municipality. For example, in 1453 there was a controversy over the boundaries with the territories of the Santa Maria di Grottaferrata abbey, while in 1994 the municipality of Boville was merged back into Marino.
Marino, the center of wine
Marino is above all a center linked to viticulture and boasts a prized and appreciated controlled designation of origin wine, Marino, throughout Italy. Viticulture has a long tradition in the area and has helped to make Marino an important commercial center thanks to its position on the corriera road between Rome and Naples.
Grape Festival, the oldest festival in Italy
If you are passionate about traditional festivities, you cannot miss the famous Grape Festival of Marino, the oldest festival of its kind in Italy. The event takes place every year in the second half of September and is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions, including parades, folklore shows, wine tastings, and typical local products.
A particular dialect
Marino has a particular dialect, different from that of the Castelli Romani, called the Marinese dialect. This dialect is widespread among the inhabitants of the municipality and is an important part of the local tradition.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Marino is a municipality with a unique charm, immersed in nature and enological traditions that make it a perfect destination for those looking for peace, tranquility, and authenticity. With its Grape Festival and controlled designation of origin Marino wine, this municipality of the Castelli Romani knows how to welcome visitors and make them feel at home.
