Sossano
Welcome to Sossano, a town with ancient and fascinating history
Located at the foot of the Berici Hills, Sossano is an Italian town with a population of 4175 in the province of Vicenza, in the Veneto region. With an exceptional geographical location and a healthy climate, this splendid town has many reasons to attract visitors. In this article, we want to show you some suggestive details that will make you understand why Sossano is often considered a true pearl of Veneto.
Physical geography
Sossano is situated 19 meters above sea level and stretches to the south of the Frassenella and Liona rivers and to the north of the Berici Hills. The historic core of the village, Castro Celsano, is located near the enchanting church of San Michele.
Origins of the name
The name Sossano has an ancient and fascinating history. According to the historian Francesco Barbarano de' Mironi, the name derives from "healthy sky", that is, a place where the air is healthy and the fog stops shortly at the foot of the mountains. However, the suffix -anus indicates a land property granted to Roman veteran soldiers, and it is likely that the name derives from "Celsio's property."
The history of Sossano
Prehistory
The geographic conformation of Sossano has favored human settlements since ancient times. On the ridge of Mount Croce, artifacts have been found from a settlement from the Bronze Age and the first and second Atestino period. In the plain, in the locality of Costa, numerous relics of the Neolithic age were found, and a village with hut foundations dating back to the Bronze Age.
Roman era
Since Roman times, Sossano has played an important role. Numerous relics were identified dating from the Bronze and Iron Ages, such as the augural temple of Mount Cistorello and some boundary stones, such as the base of the cross on Mount Croce and the stone cross.
Middle Ages
In the Middle Ages, Sossano was donated to the Nonantola Abbey near Modena by Saint Anselm of Nonantola, who had founded the abbey itself. This place, together with Orgiano, constituted properties donated to him "in minibus Vincentia."
Conclusions
The ancient and fascinating history of Sossano blends with its perfect geographical location. The traces of prehistoric peoples, the suggestions of ancient Rome, and the charm of the Middle Ages make Sossano a charming place, where the beauty of the landscape, the goodness of the food, and the friendliness of the inhabitants will enchant every visitor. Do not hesitate to visit this splendid place: you will fall in love with Sossano from the first moment!
