With the end of summer and the sultry heat, it is the perfect time to explore the historic villages of Friuli Venezia Giulia. These little gems, rich in history and charm, are located a short distance from the Casale ai Prati farmhouse and offer a perfect itinerary for those who want to immerse themselves in the beauty of the area. Here is an overview of the most evocative villages that can be reached in about 30 minutes by car from the Casale.
The journey begins in Cordovado, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. This ancient medieval village welcomes visitors with a well-preserved castle, complete with moat, walls and gate towers. Walking among the historic homes of Villa Attimis and Palazzo Ridolfi, you can also admire the Sanctuary of the Madonna and the convent of the Dominican fathers. Near Cordovado, the fountain of Venchiaredo, immersed in the woods, offers an atmosphere of peace and recalls the atmospheres described by Ippolito Nievo in "The confessions of an Italian".
Continuing north, you reach San Vito al Tagliamento, a medieval town of great elegance. Its frescoed castle, surrounded by a moat and three access towers, is one of the points of greatest interest. The streets of the center, lined with historic buildings, lead to the large square where the Duomo is located, guardian of numerous works of art. Among the churches to visit, the Santa Maria dei Battuti stands out, with frescoes by Pomponio Amalteo, and the Annunciata, which preserves frescoes from the fourteenth century. The "Giangiacomo Arrigoni" theater, a small jewel influenced by eighteenth-century Venice, is another unmissable stop.
The journey continues towards Valvasone Arzene, a village of great charm included among the most beautiful villages in Italy. The castle, with its moat and ancient walls, houses an eighteenth-century theater and a rich art gallery. Also not to be missed is a visit to the still-functioning 15th-century mill and the Duomo, which houses the only Venetian 16th-century organ in Italy and a relic of a Eucharistic miracle that occurred in Gruaro in 1294. In the Church of Santa Margherita, visitors can admire a painting by Pomponio Amalteo.
The itinerary ends in Sesto al Reghena, also listed among the most beautiful villages in Italy. The Benedictine abbey of Santa Maria in Sylivis, dating back to the Lombard era, is an oasis of peace, accompanied by the relaxing sound of the Reghena river. The abbey's crypt houses treasures such as the urn of Sant'Anastasia and devotional sculptures of Germanic origin, evidence of a history rich in power, spirituality and art.
Upon returning from this tour of history and nature, you can relax with a delicious aperitif under our porch, enjoying the tranquility of the place and refreshing yourself with a cold drink.
We await you at Casale ai Prati to discover the beauty and timeless charm of Friuli Venezia Giulia.
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