Sorbo
Sorbo, a curious-named fraction of Tagliacozzo
Sorbo is a small fraction of the municipality of Tagliacozzo, in the province of L'Aquila, located on the western crest of Mount San Nicola at 825 meters above sea level. The village borders the fractions of Poggio Filippo to the north, Colle San Giacomo and the territory of Villa San Sebastiano to the west and Scurcola Marsicana to the south. Despite its small size, Sorbo has a rich history full of charm and mystery.
History of Sorbo
The name of the village derives from the presence of Sorbus plants on the mountain overlooking the town. In fact, funerary stelae have been found that confirm the presence of the first settlers in 303 BC. During the imperial period, a temple dedicated to Augustus will arise, but the village will also mark the border between Equi and Marsi. In 1826, a Tito Tituleio stele and a milestone were found near the church of Santa Maria, which today is located in the square of the village, a sign of the proximity of the ancient Via Tiburtina Valeria.
Monuments and places of interest
Sorbo is rich in monuments and places of interest, including the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, which appears with the Latin name of "Sanctae Mariae" in Pope Clement III's bull of 1188. The church has a single nave and has side altars, niches, and internal decorations. The façade is enriched by a small rose window and by the door made by the artist Pasquale Di Fabio. Sorbo also has the Church of Santa Elisabetta, a small place of worship located near the cemetery built in the twentieth century, which has a single nave.
Traditions and folklore of Sorbo
Like every small Italian town, Sorbo also has its traditions and folklore. The patronal feast in honor of the Madonna del Rosario and Antonio di Padova is celebrated every year around mid-August, and for the occasion, twinning with the community of Calcinaia, in the province of Pisa, is renewed.
The cuisine of Sorbo
The local cuisine of Sorbo is distinguished by typical poor peasant recipes of the Marsican territory. The traditional dessert is the Ferratella, a sweetness that can be filled with chocolate, jam, or honey.
Furthermore, the fraction of Sorbo is an excellent starting point for excursions in the surrounding nature and to discover the many hidden treasures of the surrounding area.
Conclusions
Sorbo is a small fraction with a long and fascinating history, immersed in nature and rich in monuments and curiosities. Whether you are looking for a relaxing place to spend your holidays or you are looking for a destination for a weekend to discover the wonders of Abruzzo, Sorbo is definitely a place to visit.
