San Marzano sul Sarno
Welcome to San Marzano sul Sarno
Hello everyone! Today I will talk to you about San Marzano sul Sarno, a small Italian town in the Salerno province. I am happy to visit it and discover its hidden treasures with you. San Marzano is part of the Union of Terre dell'Agro municipalities, together with the municipalities of Corbara and Sant'Egidio del Monte Albino.
Physical geography
San Marzano sul Sarno is part of the Agro Nocerino Sarnese area, in the neighboring sector to the Vesuvian area. Together with the nearby Scafati, it is located in a hinge area between the metropolitan city of Naples and the Agro Nocerino Sarnese. The municipality is located in zone 2 (medium seismicity) according to the seismic classification of Italy.
Etymology
The origin of the name San Marzano sul Sarno is not certain, but it could be an agionym.
History
The history of San Marzano sul Sarno dates back to centuries ago. In the 9th and 6th centuries BC, several necropolises were discovered belonging to the Sarrastri population. Over the centuries, the population decreased in favor of new centers such as Nuceria Alfaterna, Pompeii, and Stabiae. San Marzano was first mentioned in a letter from Pope Gregory I in 601, addressed to the abbot of the monastery of San Giorgio di Orvieto. In 1220, it was granted to the Sanctuary of Montevergine by Frederick II of Swabia. In the 16th century, the fief was erected into a barony owned by the Del Tufo family. At the beginning of the 17th century, it was marquisate owned by the Mastrilli family and later passed to the Albertini family until the abolition of feudal rights in 1806. In 1808, it became a municipality of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies and in 1862 it assumed its current name.
Tourist attractions
San Marzano sul Sarno is a town rich in history and natural beauty. One of the tourist attractions of the municipality is the Territorial Abbey of Santissima Trinità di Cava de' Tirreni, located in Cava de' Tirreni. The construction of the new connection road between Sarno and the Naples-Salerno consular road favored the development of the area. Today, the municipality offers the opportunity to take a walk in nature along the Sarno River.
Events and traditions
San Marzano sul Sarno is a municipality that values the traditions of the territory. Every year, the festival of San Marzano, the patron saint of the municipality, is held on June 7. During the festival, there are shows, music, fireworks, and many gastronomic delights.
What to eat
San Marzano sul Sarno is famous for its main agricultural product: San Marzano tomatoes. It is a very tasty and sweet type of tomato, perfect for preparing many recipes. Among the culinary specialties of the municipality, there are San Marzano fusilli, zucchini scapece, and many other typical delicacies of the Campania cuisine.
Conclusions
I hope that my brief guide to San Marzano sul Sarno has been useful for you to discover the beauties of this small Italian municipality. San Marzano is a perfect place for those who love the cuisine, history, and nature. If you are looking for a destination to spend a pleasant day, I recommend that you come and visit this beautiful town.
