Olevano Romano
Welcome to Olevano Romano
If you are looking for a place nestled among the mountains, not far from the Italian capital, that can offer you an experience immersed in history and nature, Olevano Romano is undoubtedly the right choice for you. This small town in Lazio, with its 6,471 inhabitants, is located in the province of Rome, on a hill called "monte Celeste". But let's discover more about this charming and ancient place together.
Territory and Climate
Olevano Romano is located at the mouth of the mountain range of the "monti prenestini", "monti lepini" and "monti ernici", where green spaces alternate with hills and valleys. The territory is also bathed by the Sacco river and the Ruffo stream, which give the area a particularly varied and suggestive landscape. The climate of Olevano Romano can be classified as zone E, 2,344 GG, ideal for those who want to enjoy a mild temperature throughout the year.
History
The historic center of Olevano Romano, surrounded by a powerful polygonal wall, dates back to the Roman era. Later, the town became a real "castrum" in the Middle Ages and was the stage for numerous wars between the powerful Roman families of the time. Over the centuries, Olevano Romano passed from one lord to another, until it arrived at Camillo Filippo Ludovico Borghese, prince and husband of Paolina Bonaparte. The castle, erected to defend the village, is a witness to this past era.
Don Umberto Carletti
The name of Don Umberto Carletti is closely linked to the history of Olevano Romano. Born in 1905 to Cesare Carletti and Teresa Antonelli, this man became a reference point for the community of Olevano. Don Umberto studied at the Episcopal Seminary of Palestrina, the Leoniano Pontifical College of Anagni, the Angelicum Pontifical International Institute in Rome, and at the Royal University of Rome. Ordained a priest in 1930, he became the parish priest of San Rocco in Olevano. Among Don Umberto's first duties was to revive the ancient brotherhood of San Rocco, which had fallen into disuse. With great care and passion, the priest dedicated himself to reorganizing the brotherhood and attracting more and more people to it, also offering them the support of a radio apparatus. The brotherhood was responsible for animating the sacred functions, the processions, and organizing street collections, and quickly became a meeting place for many parishioners.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Olevano Romano is a locality that preserves the beauty of history and nature, and is a spokesperson for local excellences, such as the precious Cesanese wine. The town offers numerous tourist attractions, such as the church of San Rocco, the castle, and the majestic polygonal walls, testimonies of a past rich in facts and interesting characters. Furthermore, thanks to the figure of Don Umberto Carletti, the community of Olevano Romano is still today a place where Christian values and faith are at the center of social life. A destination that is definitely worth visiting and discovering.
