San Polo
Discover San Polo
San Polo is a delightful hamlet located on a river terrace in the Tiber Valley, within the municipality of Tarano. The territory where the hamlet is located has a geological origin in the Pleistocene era. San Polo is traversed by the Aia stream, a tributary of the Tiber.
The History of San Polo
The fortification of San Polo has ancient origins linked to the events of the decline of the Roman municipality of Forum Novum. In the past, the trans-Tiberian monastery of S. Andrea in Flumine owned several landed properties in the territory of San Polo. During the Roman revolt led by Cola di Rienzo in 1347, San Polo joined the cause and appointed a rector.
During the early decades of the 1800s, San Polo experienced a period of autonomy as an independent municipality. Later, it became part of the municipality of Collevecchio as a hamlet. Finally, in 1870, San Polo was annexed to the municipality of Tarano.
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Thanks to its strategic location, San Polo has been an important passage point since ancient times. Its proximity to the Tiber Valley has favored the development of agriculture, which has contributed to the economic growth of the hamlet.
What to Visit in San Polo
San Polo is an ideal place for nature lovers, who can enjoy the surrounding area by taking pleasant walks along the course of the Aia stream. History and archaeology enthusiasts can visit the archaeological area of Forum Novum, located near the hamlet. Additionally, visitors can admire the beautiful stone-built church of San Biagio, dating back to the 14th century.
External Links
For more information on San Polo and its history, you can consult the ISTAT website at http://dawinci.istat.it/daWinci/jsp/MD/dawinciMD.jsp?a1=m0GG0c0I0&a2=mG0Y8048f8&n=1UH90T07SR52S&v=1UH08207SR5000000.
Conclusions
San Polo is a charming locality in the Tiber Valley, rich in history and tradition. The hamlet offers many options for spending a pleasant day outdoors, amidst nature, art and culture. If you are in the area, do not miss the opportunity to visit this small gem of Lazio.
