Torino di Sangro
A brief introduction to Torino di Sangro
Hello everyone! Are you ready to discover some history and monuments of the wonderful city of Torino di Sangro? Located in the province of Chieti, in Abruzzo, this city has about 2,924 inhabitants and is rich in legends and monuments of interest.
The History of Torino di Sangro
The name of the city is still uncertain, but the most well-known legend tells of the inhabitants of Civita di Sangro, who had Sannitic origins and were included in the Frentani area. They fled from the Saracens in the 9th century, and were preceded by a bull that stopped beneath the ancient Tower where the villagers found refuge and where the new city was born, which was named Torino. Traces of the tower are still visible today at the rocky outcrop to the north. In the Middle Ages, the town was owned by the Abbey of Santo Stefano in Rivomaris in Casalbordino, and in the modern era, after the destruction of the abbey by the Turks, Torino was owned by the D'Avalos Marchesi di Vasto and then by the Carafa until 1806. In 1862, after the unification of Italy, the name was changed to Torino del Sangro to avoid postal confusion with Turin. The city played an important role during World War II and today is a summer tourist destination for the beach resorts on the coast of trabocchi.
Monuments and places of interest
Religious architecture
Torino di Sangro once had 18 churches but today only a few remain: the Church of San Salvatore is in Romanesque-Baroque style and was built in 1302 and was owned by the Abbey of Santo Stefano in Rivomaris and Arabona. The Church of Madonna di Loreto was originally smaller than the present church and dates back to the 14th century. It now has 3 aisles and is one of the symbols of the city. The Church of San Michele Arcangelo was financed by Dr. Michelangelo Nicolucci and is located in the Borgata Marina. The Church of San Felice dates back to 1878 and is located in Viale Sant'Angelo and has been maintained in its original structure.
Conclusions
Here is a brief overview of the history and monuments of Torino di Sangro. The city offers a wide range of religious sites of interest and is a perfect destination for those who want to enjoy the sea during the summer. One thing is certain: the beauty of Torino di Sangro is hard to forget!
