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Welcome to the Province of Rieti!
Hello everyone! Today I'll be talking about the Province of Rieti, a beautiful Italian province in Lazio with a surface area of almost 2750 km² and a population of approximately 150,000 inhabitants. We are located in the northeast of the Lazio region and border other provinces and regions such as Viterbo, Rome Capital, Umbria, Marche, and Abruzzo.
Physical Geography
The Province of Rieti is characterized by a predominantly mountainous landscape with numerous mountain ranges such as the Sabini Mountains, the Reatini Mountains, the Laga Mountains, the Carseolani Mountains, and many more. Additionally, we also have the beautiful Piana Reatina and the hills of the lower Sabina. Let's not forget our artificial lakes, Lake Salto and Lake Turano, which were created during the fascist period.
Hydrography
The Province of Rieti is crossed by many rivers, including the famous Tiber, known in Italy as the longest river. Moreover, we also have the Velino, Salto, Turano, and many other rivers and streams. Let's not forget our numerous lakes, such as Lake Salto, Lake Turano, Lake Rascino, Lake Monti della Duchessa, and many others.
History
The Province of Rieti was created in 1927 by the fascist government along with 16 other provinces with the aim of creating a political unity in the ancient region of Sabina, which takes its name from the Sabines, one of the Osco-Umbrian peoples. The province was created by combining the territory of the Rieti district (part of the province of Perugia from 1861 to 1923 and the province of Rome from 1923 to 1927) and the territory of the former Cittaducale district (part of the province of Aquila degli Abruzzi).
In the aftermath of World War II in Italy, there was a debate about the opportunity to maintain the provincial subdivision created by the fascism, and the province of Aquila requested the return of the former Cittaducale district.
Conclusions
In conclusion, the Province of Rieti is a hidden gem of Lazio with breathtaking nature and fascinating history. With its numerous rivers, lakes, and mountain chains, Rieti is the ideal place for nature lovers and outdoor sports enthusiasts. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this beautiful Italian province!
