Sant'apollinare
Warm Welcome to Sant'Apollinare!
Sant'Apollinare is a charming hamlet in the municipality of Rovigo, rich in history and interesting monuments. In this article, I will guide you through the city's history, its monuments and places of interest, transport infrastructure and other useful information.
The History of Sant'Apollinare
In the past, Sant'Apollinare was an autonomous municipality together with the hamlet of Fenil del Turco (formerly known as Selva). The city has undergone a series of name changes over the years but has maintained its historical charm. In 1927, the municipality was abolished and incorporated into the municipality of Rovigo, along with other nearby cities.
Monuments and Places of Interest
Sant'Apollinare is famous for its religious and civil architecture. The Basilica of Sant'Apollinare is one of the most important monuments in the city. It has been awarded the dignity of a minor basilica and is highly appreciated for its architectural beauty. The Oratory of San Pietro is another place of worship worth visiting.
The "Vanni Bazzan" Astronomical Observatory is a place of great interest for astronomy enthusiasts. Managed by the Polesani Astrofili Group (G.A.P.), it offers visitors a panoramic view of the starry sky. The observatory boasts a reflector telescope with an aperture of 410 mm and a focal length of 1900 mm. In addition, there is a refractor telescope with an aperture of 205 mm and a focal length of 2050 mm. The observatory is also equipped with a recent installation, the Spyder 230 radiotelescope, for the study of radio sources.
On the observation terrace, there are also other portable telescopes available, allowing visitors to observe constellations and navigate the sky.
Infrastructure and Transport
The Sant'Apollinare airfield is located in the Ca' Rangon area, close to the village center. The surface is intended for tourist traffic and has hosted aeronautical events over the years.
Bibliography
To learn more about the history and attractions of Sant'Apollinare, you can consult the book "Sant'Apollinare: storia e monumenti".
External Links
For further information on the city and its attractions, visit the official website of the municipality of Rovigo and the Polesani Astrofili Group.
