San Vito Romano
Welcome to San Vito Romano!
Hello everyone! Today I bring you to discover San Vito Romano, an Italian municipality located in the metropolitan city of Rome, in Lazio. With its 3,222 inhabitants, it is a small jewel nestled in the greenery of the Monti Prenestini. The inhabitants of San Vito, called "santvitesi" in the affectionate local dialect, will welcome you warmly.
The geography of San Vito Romano
The territory
San Vito Romano is located on the Monti Prenestini, not far from Monte Guadagnolo. The territory is hilly and a walk through the narrow streets of the village will give you the opportunity to enjoy spectacular views of the surroundings. If you love the sea, the nearest beach resort is Nettuno, which is about 30 kilometres away.
The climate
The climate of San Vito Romano belongs to zone E of the Italian climatic classification. Winters are cold and humid, with quite a few foggy days. In some years, snow has managed to reach up to 70 cm in height, as happened in 2012 in the town's sports field. The summer is relatively cool, which makes it ideal for those who want to avoid excessive heat.
The history of San Vito Romano
While the origins of the town are not yet fully known, the first mention of the "Castrum Sancti Viti" dates back to the Regesto Sublacense of 1085, where it appears among the lands donated by the Lord of Paliano to the territorial Abbey of Subiaco. Later on, San Vito Romano became part of the Colonna family, which expanded the Theodoli Castle.
In 1575, after a short period under the control of the Massimo family, it passed to the Theodoli family, a noble family of the Roman patriciate. Even today, the Theodoli family owns the castle of San Vito. Over the years, several members of the family held the title of Count of Ciciliano and Lord of San Vito and Pisoniano. In 1592, Theodolo Theodoli became the Marquis of San Vito, and his presence is commemorated by an inscription inside the ancient chapel of the palace.
Later, in 1640, Cardinal Mario Theodoli promoted a significant urban expansion intervention in the town, which took the name of "Borgo Mario Theodoli". Carlo Theodoli and his son Gerolamo Theodoli continued Mario's work, who died before the end of the works. Thanks to them, the Church of Saints Sebastian and San Rocco and the adjacent Carmelite Convent, which now houses the municipal headquarters, were built.
The town then followed the fate of the Papal States until 1870, when it was annexed to the Kingdom of Italy.
The symbols of San Vito Romano
The coat of arms of the Municipality of San Vito Romano portrays San Vito with his dog, the palm of martyrdom and the Gospel book in his hands. Next to him, we find a silver column taken from the coat of arms of the Colonna princes, feudal lords. The red background of the coat of arms is taken from the coat of arms of the Theodoli family. The whole image is surmounted by a 16-pointed sun, which is a symbol of eternity and greatness, but also a reference to the coat of arms of the Theodoli family, where a radiated wheel of gold is depicted.
What to see in San Vito Romano
San Vito Romano offers numerous opportunities to visit and discover the cultural and artistic heritage of the town. Among the main attractions, we find the Church of Saints Sebastian and San Rocco, a masterpiece of Roman Baroque, and the Theodoli Castle, which dates back to the 13th century and dominates the town from its highest point.
But that's not all: San Vito Romano houses several civic structures and the municipal headquarters, making it a place of great importance for the management of the surrounding area.
Conclusion
In conclusion, San Vito Romano is a small town rich in history, culture, and traditions. The inhabitants will welcome you with open arms, and you will enjoy discovering its nature, architectural beauty, and welcoming spirit. If you are looking for a place to unwind from the daily stress, San Vito Romano is an excellent choice. We are waiting for you with open arms!
