Terelle
Welcome to Terelle: Let's discover this municipality in Lazio together
Terelle is an Italian municipality in the province of Frosinone in Lazio with a population of 305 inhabitants. The town is located at the slopes of Monte Cairo in zone E and has a coat of arms and a gonfalon as symbols. The history of Terelle dates back to the Middle Ages when the castle was built, around which the inhabited center gradually developed. From the violent clashes of that period, to the devastation caused by the bombing during the Second World War, Terelle has had a tragic history. However, the medieval village around the tower has been saved and is still inhabited.
The physical geography of Terelle
The territory of Terelle is located at the peak of Colle Abate, 919 meters above sea level. The climate, classified as zone E, is characterized by 2715 GR/G.
Monuments and places of interest in Terelle
Terelle has a lot to offer visitors with various natural areas and religious architectures. The monumental centuries-old chestnut tree, a pride of the community, is located near the historic center. The beech forest "la selva" is an easily traversable area thanks to the paths, and near the forest there are the wells "fosso della neve" used in the past to collect snow and provide ice in the hot season. From the refuge "Le Casermette" you can reach the peak of Monte Cairo, which offers a suggestive panorama. The parish church of Terelle is dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta and was illustrated by Don Germano Angelo Savelli in his book "La chiesa parrocchiale di Terelle. Vita e vicende", published in 2021.
Society and economy of Terelle
The population of Terelle mainly professes the Catholic religion within the diocese of Sora-Cassino-Aquino-Pontecorvo. The city celebrates the patronal festival on September 1st. The economy of Terelle is mainly focused on small businesses.
Conclusions
Terelle is a small municipality to discover, which offers a wide range of natural beauties, historical monuments and traditional events. If you are looking for accommodation, the medieval village around the tower is still inhabited and there may be a possibility to stay in a historic house. Come and discover Terelle, land of tradition and beauty.
