Morro Reatino
Welcome to Morro Reatino!
Hello everyone! Today we will talk about a small town nestled in the green Sabina: Morro Reatino! With its 333 inhabitants, it is a hidden gem in the province of Rieti in Lazio.
Physical Geography
Territory
Morro Reatino is located on a low mountain hill on the western slopes of the Terminillo massif, north of the Rieti Plain. The territory also extends to the border with Umbria.
Climate
We cannot deny that the climate is typically Mediterranean, but thanks to its geographical location, the town of Morro Reatino enjoys a pleasant summer coolness. And then, how can you resist the beauty of the landscape even in winter?
History
Morro Reatino has an ancient and historic past. It is believed that the ancient Marruvio, a city mentioned by Dionysius of Halicarnassus, arose in the area of Morro. However, Roman traces are limited.
The first certain news of the existence of a fortified center dates back to 1101 when the territory was acquired by the consuls of the city of Rieti. In 1152, the castle of Morro was among the possessions of the Nobles of Labro donated to the Chapter of the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano in Rome.
Throughout the Middle Ages and until the Unification of Italy, the castle of Morro represented the furthest outpost of Rieti and the Papal State before the border with the Kingdom of Naples.
During the period of the Roman Republic (1849), Morro hosted Giuseppe Garibaldi who, together with his friend Bernardo Blasi, fought for the unification of Italy.
Monuments and Places of Interest
Morro is a village that largely preserves its original medieval structure, despite many buildings having undergone renovations in subsequent epochs.
Castle
The ancient castle of Morro remains only with a few traces such as the castle gate, the remains of the city walls, and the traces of some towers.
Church of San Lorenzo
The parish church of San Lorenzo is the main religious building in the town. With a Greek cross plan, the interior is decorated with many frescoes. On the main altar there is a seventeenth-century canvas depicting San Lorenzo with other paintings of San Luigi and San Vincenzo Ferreri on the sides.
Church of Madonna della Torricella
Among other buildings is the church of Madonna della Torricella, which houses a remarkable fresco representing the Virgin.
Church of San Francesco (Collatea)
The church of San Francesco, located in the hamlet of Collatea, was built in 1421 and inside it houses a valuable painting from the first half of the fifteenth century, depicting the Madonna del Rosario.
Conclusion
Come and discover this little jewel located in Sabina. Walk through the alleys of Morro, admiring the ancient houses and historical monuments. Do not miss the opportunity to visit this warm and welcoming community where history meets nature. We wait for you with our smiles and hospitality!
