Serle
Serle: a hidden gem in the Brescian Prealps
Hello friends! Today I want to talk to you about Serle, an Italian town of 3043 inhabitants located in the province of Brescia, Lombardy. This small village is located on the Brescian Prealps, surrounded by the beautiful Cariadeghe Plateau, a protected area that boasts a great variety of fauna and flora.
Physical geography and fauna of Serle
The Cariadeghe Plateau is the heart of Serle. This wonderful protected area is predominantly karstic and attracts speleologists from all over the world due to its minerals of various types. The karstic landscape of Serle is characterized by the presence of the Prealps. From the peaks you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view that embraces half of the province, including Mount San Bartolomeo, an archaeological site of great interest due to its unique conical shape.
But Serle's beauty is not only in its geography, the fauna is equally surprising. Here you can encounter squirrels, foxes, wild boars, together with a multitude of birds ranging from the smallest to nocturnal raptors such as the owl, barn owl, tawny owl and little owl. Let's not forget the kestrel, buzzard and hawk.
History and culture of Serle
Since ancient times, the mountainous and karstic territory of Serle has allowed the development and birth of prehistoric communities that lived in caves. During the Roman era, the territory was abandoned due to barbarian invasions. It was only in the 11th century that the territory came back to life thanks to the monastery of San Bartolomeo.
Today, the Renaissance church of San Bartolomeo is one of the places you absolutely cannot miss. Inside it, you can admire an apsidal polyptych with frescoes attributed to Paolo da Cailina the Younger, depicting the Madonna on a throne with Child.
The territory of Serle is rich in cultural traditions. Here you can enjoy the local cuisine, which is based on fresh and natural ingredients, and the hospitality of the people who will always make you feel at home.
Conclusions
In conclusion, if you want to discover and immerse yourself in an oasis of natural beauty, culture and tradition, Serle is the right place for you. Come visit us and you won't regret it!
