Vico nel Lazio
Welcome to Vico nel Lazio!
Welcome to Vico nel Lazio, a charming commune in the province of Frosinone in Lazio, in the middle of the Latina Valley. This small village is home to about 2039 people and sits on a limestone hill at 721 m above sea level. Are you ready to discover all the secrets of this treasure of the Ernici?
Let's discover the physical geography of Vico nel Lazio
Vico nel Lazio is situated on a limestone hill in the mountain range of the Ernici. The municipal territory houses Mount Monna, which reaches 1,952 meters and represents one of the highest peaks of the Ernici. The climate is pleasant throughout the year and belongs to zone E, classified as 2418 GR/G.
The history of Vico nel Lazio
The origins of Vico nel Lazio are unknown, but some documents attest to the existence of the castle around the year 1000. Thanks to its strategic location, the castle had a classic appearance of medieval defense, but also has peculiar characteristics.
Monuments and places of interest not to be missed
Vico nel Lazio is a place full of history and culture and is famous for its numerous Romanesque churches.
Religious architecture
The Romanesque church of Santa Maria dates back to the 13th century and is dedicated to the Madonna of the Rosary with a crypt. The Collegiate Church of San Michele Arcangelo, built in the 1200s and restored in 1800, is the main church of the village. On the last Sunday of July, the half-bust statue of the patron saint Giorgio Martire is carried through the streets of the village accompanied by the village confraternities. The Madonna del Campo Sanctuary, located outside the village, was built in the 15th-16th centuries and houses a precious fresco of the Holy Trinity. The Church of the Carmine or the Holy Trinity is located outside the walls near Porta Orticelli and houses the painting of the Madonna del Carmine on the altar. The Church of Sant'Antonio Abate is an isolated rural church with a single nave and frescoes on the altar, including the most important one depicting the Madonna delle Grazie.
Civil architecture
Palazzo del Governatore is an ancient building, built in the 13th century and restored over time. It was the residence of the Colonna and Tolomei families, to whom the Colonna family ceded the village of Vico, along with other Ernici villages, in the 1500s.
Military architecture
The 11th-century city walls still enclose the medieval village, which has remained unchanged. It was entirely built with local stone and equipped with three gates: Porta Orticelli, Porta Guarcino (where ancient frescoes can be admired), and Porta a Monte. The latter, made of a specific type of stone, could suggest the existence of a pre-existing Roman city wall of which only the arch of Sant'Andrea remains (towards Porta Guarcino).
Demographic evolution and economy of Vico nel Lazio
The number of active companies in the municipality of Vico nel Lazio is 116, which represents 0.35% of the companies in the province of Frosinone. There are 158 local employees, representing 0.15% of the employees in the province of Frosinone.
Conclusion
Vico nel Lazio is an enchanting place where you can spend a relaxing weekend, with the opportunity to discover its history, visit its churches, wander through its medieval streets, and admire the wonders of the surrounding nature. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this small village rich in history and emotions.
