Rosia
Let's discover the village of Rosia together
Rosia is a charming village located in the Sovicille municipality, in the province of Siena, Tuscany. The name of the village comes from the homonymous stream that flows near the inhabited center, which is said to have Lombard origins. The history of the village dates back to the early Middle Ages and over the years, it has seen urban development mainly in the lower part of the village. However, Rosia is not only a village to be discovered, but it also hides small artistic treasures and a lively sports activity.
History
The origins of Rosia date back to the early Middle Ages when a church dedicated to Saint John the Baptist was built in the ancient part of the inhabited center. Subsequently, the village saw urban development in the lower part of the town during the 19th century. Extensive high medieval ruins and numerous architectural artifacts of great value can also be observed.
Monuments and places of interest
The castle of Rosia, whose origins date back to the 11th century, is located in the upper part of the inhabited center. It has a massive volume and consists of two rectangular towers connected by a central body that overlooks a courtyard delimited by walls. The village also houses the Pieve of San Giovanni Battista, already documented in the 12th century but extensively renovated in the 14th century. Near the village, there is Pia's bridge and the Hermitage of Santa Lucia along the course of the Rosia stream.
Culture
Literature
Rosia appears in Oriana Fallaci's novel "A hat full of cherries". The village is said to be the place of the first encounter between her ancestors Caterina Zani and Carlo Fallaci, arranged through a mediator.
Sports
Soccer
Soccer is one of the most popular sports in Rosia. In 2019-2020, ASD Rosia was reconstituted, and it was registered in the Third Category. The old US Rosia, with a past also in the Tuscany Excellence, also made a great contribution to the promotion of soccer in the village.
Conclusion
Rosia is a charming village in the Sovicille municipality, rich in history and architectural monuments of great value. The village is a perfect destination for those who love culture and nature, especially for those who love walks along the course of the Rosia stream. We recommend visiting this wonderful corner of Tuscany to discover all its hidden treasures.
