San Martino del Carso
Welcome to San Martino del Carso: history, monuments, and places of interest
Hello everyone! Today I take you on a journey to discover a small village in the province of Gorizia, San Martino del Carso. Also known as San Martin dal Cjars in Friulian or Martinščina in Slovenian, this town has a unique history intertwined with World War I.
History
San Martino del Carso was founded in the 15th century by Venetian settlers, as reflected by the Visintin surname and the ethnic mix of the area. During World War I, this village was completely destroyed due to battles for the conquest of Mount San Michele.
Monuments and places of interest
Despite the difficulties encountered during the conflicts, San Martino del Carso was able to recover and now offers its visitors numerous attractions.
A must-see destination is the Open-air Museum of Mount San Michele, a historical and natural trail that starts from the Third Army Cannon Gallery and continues between Cima 3 and Cima 2. The journey continues through the Cippi Path, which leads to the cemetery, hit by chemical attack on June 29, 1916. Another place of interest is the Valloncello dell'Albero Isolato, where you can find the plaque of Ungaretti's famous poem. Finally, the visit concludes at the Great War Museum, which houses a permanent exhibition characterized by war relics.
In addition, the Area of Battles can be found in the surroundings of San Martino del Carso, with the Frasche Trench, the Sassari Brigade cippo, and the Filippo Corridoni cippo.
The church of San Martino Vescovo is a very important place of worship for the town. During World War I, the old church was destroyed, but it was rebuilt in the early 1920s in the neo-Romanesque style.
Conclusion
And so, we conclude our tour of San Martino del Carso. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this small town and immerse yourself in its history, among monuments and places of interest that are so unique. Thank you for your attention, see you next time!
