Trentola-Ducenta
A guided tour of Trentola Ducenta
Hello everyone! Today I'll take you on a virtual tour of the Italian municipality of Trentola Ducenta, located in Campania in the province of Caserta. With its 20,118 residents, Trentola Ducenta is a very welcoming municipality and rich in history.
Origins of the name
The name Trentola Ducenta comes from two locations that form a single inhabited center. The name of one, Trentola, derives from the quantity of "Iugero" that constituted a fund, while the other, Ducenta, is composed of 200 iugeri. However, some believe that Trentola derives from the hamlet of "Tremula" mentioned by Titus Livy.
History
The history of Trentola Ducenta dates back to the 10th century when Ducenta was mentioned in a Diploma issued by the Princes of Capua. The fiefdom of Trentola had several feudatories including the Pignatelli of Vibo Valentia and the Parise. In 1637, Domenico Masola became the Marquis of Trentola through direct investiture by King Philip IV of Spain. Until the 20th century, the municipality was called only Trentola.
Honors
The municipality of Trentola Ducenta was awarded the Bronze Medal for Military Valor for its resistance to the fascist regime during World War II.
Monuments and places of interest
One of the most important places of interest in Trentola Ducenta is the 18th century church of San Michele Arcangelo. It is here that San Michele is venerated following several apparitions. Among the works of art that the church preserves are a triptych by Protasio Crivelli and several canvases of the "glory of S. Michele" by local authors such as Angelo Rossi and O. Marchione. Furthermore, the church has an 18th-century silver of the Saint.
Another place of interest is the church of San Giorgio in Ducenta, which preserves an image of San Giorgio dated 1573 attributed to the artist Giovanni Battista Graziano of Aversa. Also, Palazzo Marchesale, the historic residence of Trentola Ducenta, is a place to visit. Purchased by the municipality in 1925, it now houses the municipal headquarters.
Society
The population of Trentola Ducenta is constantly increasing, and most residents are Catholics. In the hamlet of Ducenta, there are the Pontifical Institute for Foreign Missions (P.I.M.E.) and the Little House of Divine Providence, also known as Cottolengo.
Demographic evolution
The population of Trentola Ducenta has steadily increased over the years, from just over 6,000 inhabitants in 1951 to the current 20,118.
Religious festivals
Among the main religious festivals in Trentola Ducenta are those dedicated to Archangel Michael in the church of Trentola and to San Giorgio in the church of Ducenta.
Conclusion
I hope this virtual tour of Trentola Ducenta has allowed you to better understand this fascinating Italian municipality. Trentola Ducenta is a welcoming place, rich in history, and places of interest to visit. If you have the opportunity, do not hesitate to come and visit this beautiful municipality!
