Centrale
Centrale: a small village in the hills of Veneto
Hello everyone! Today I'll be talking about Centrale, a hamlet in the municipality of Zugliano, located in the beautiful province of Vicenza. The village has about 1700 inhabitants and is surrounded by the green hills of Bregonze. Let's discover some interesting facts about Centrale!
The physical geography of Centrale
Centrale is located at the foot of the Bregonze hills, at an altitude of about 172 meters. The two hamlets of Ca' Magra and Madonnetta are located respectively at 192 and 213 meters above sea level.
The origin of the name Centrale
The name "Centrale" has uncertain origins. According to some, the toponym would mean "center of the valley", while others maintain that it would derive from the ancient name "Cinterale", belonging to a feudal family that lived in the area.
The history of Centrale
The village is rich in history. Centrale is mentioned in documents dating back to 1088 and 1090, but there is news of the presence of a church dedicated to Pope Clement I already in the thirteenth century. In the fourteenth century, a small castle was also built, of which there is no trace today. Despite the changes undergone over the centuries, Centrale has maintained the character of a medieval village. The houses are arranged along the main street and overlook numerous internal courtyards. In some districts, ancient coats of arms are still visible.
During the First World War, Centrale and Grumolo Pedemonte, another hamlet in the municipality of Zugliano, welcomed many refugees from nearby Chiuppano and Carrè.
The monuments and places of interest of Centrale
Centrale preserves many monuments and places of interest to visit. Among these, religious architecture stands out.
The church of San Clemente, the most important in the village, was built in the mid-nineteenth century and replaced a pre-existing church with three naves and four altars. It houses the precious reliquary of the Saints and other relics belonging to the Camaldolese Hermitage of Rua in the Bregonze.
The oratory of "Madoneta", dedicated to the Blessed Virgin of the Snow, originated after a miraculous event involving a sick man named Simone. Thanks to an apparition of the Virgin Mary, Simone was suddenly healed and invited to go to Thiene to convince the governors of the city to believe and do what they had ordered through shepherdesses.
In conclusion
That's it! I hope this brief summary has sparked your interest in discovering Centrale, a small village with great traditions. I invite you to visit this enchanting place to immerse yourself in its history and admire the beauty of its religious architecture. See you soon with new discoveries!
