Azzano
Introduction:
Azzano, a hamlet of the municipality of Spoleto, in the province of Perugia, is situated at an altitude of 239 meters above sea level and inhabited by 103 residents. Its history dates back to the 14th century, when a castle was built to protect the territory from the raids of the Ghibellines.
The history of Azzano:
In 1375, after the expulsion and massacre of the Ghibellines from Spoleto, the castle of Azzano was built. Later, in 1378, Lu Pugiolu was built and then the other fortresses in the surrounding area. In 1489, Azzano contributed to the conquest of the castle of Frenfano with 10 soldiers, near Cascia.
The church of San Lorenzo and Caterina:
The church of San Lorenzo and Caterina is a beautiful building dating back to the 19th century. It is an enlargement of an original medieval construction that had already been modified in the 17th century. The church was designed by the architect Luigi Landini di Cingoli and decorated with canvases by the spoletine painter Giovanni Catena.
Conclusions:
Azzano is a very suggestive hamlet, which still preserves the ancient features of its historical origins. The church of San Lorenzo and Caterina represents one of the best examples of religious architecture of the 19th century, which testifies to the great attention paid to the territory and its culture. If you pass by here, don't miss the opportunity to visit this splendid area of Italy.
