Senale-San Felice
San Felice: a village in the Val di Non
San Felice is a village located in the Upper Val di Non, in the autonomous province of Bolzano. The village is part of the municipality of Senale-San Felice along with the nearby locality of Senale. Until the 19th century, San Felice was known as Caseid before it became the current village by combining its original name with the name of its patron saint, San Felice. From 1810-1815, the village was part of the Kingdom of Italy founded by Napoleon Bonaparte. In 1864, San Felice became an independent municipality and subsequently, in 1974, it was joined with the municipality of Senale to form the municipality of Senale-San Felice.
History and religious architecture
San Felice has been described as a place of anthropological and ecological excellence in various aspects. The competent court was based in Fondo until 1964 and from 1970 onwards in Merano. The religious architecture is represented by the Church of San Felice, which is the parish church. The Church of San Felice is an ancient building completed in the 17th century. It is located in a panoramic area above the village and is a notable historical monument. The façade of the church is simple and without decorations, built with sandstone.
Craftsmanship of San Felice
The craftsmanship of San Felice is represented by the production of art furniture and typical country furnishings. These productions have historical and cultural significance and are renowned throughout the province. The furnishings of San Felice have a unique design based on the combination of wood and stone, and are appreciated for their strength and beauty.
Gallery of images and references
The gallery of images includes photographs of the village of San Felice taken in various years. These shots show the evolution and expansion of the village over the years. The bibliography includes a description of ancient life in the village and the historical evolution of the area of Val di Non. These references are useful in understanding the history of the village and its culture. Meanwhile, the list of external websites offers various useful information on San Felice and the surrounding region.
In summary, San Felice is a beautiful and welcoming village that belongs to the autonomous province of Bolzano. Its fascinating history, religious architecture, unique craftsmanship, breathtaking panoramic views, and culture make San Felice a unique and characteristic place.
