A perfect balance between water and land, architecture and history and tradition. This is how this picturesque village presents itself, which in its historical center and surroundings offers a perfect setting for a relaxing weekend... #tuttitaly
Due to a mistake by the navigator, instead of being directed to Pordenone, we find ourselves led to Polcenigo, an excellent opportunity to visit this medieval village, considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. And I must say that the break was truly deserved.
Polcenigo is located in the province of Pordenone and is surrounded by greenery and near excellent water sources. Unfortunately, due to the drought, there was very little water during our visit, but walking through and admiring this village was very pleasant all the same.
What to see
The village of Polcenigo takes shape from a castle, or rather from a Venetian villa that rises where the Castrum was once located, of which we have had news since 963. The Venetian villa was built in the second half of the 1700s, and less than 100 years later, it was abandoned entirely, with its stairway of 366 steps which connected the castle to the village below.
Going up toward the castle, you will arrive at the parish church of San Giacomo.
Upon entering, on the right, you can admire the cloister of the ancient Franciscan convent dating back to 1262, one of the oldest in the region.
Noteworthy are the historic buildings in Coltura. Given that in 1222, the family of the counts of Polcenigo split, you will notice on the facades of some buildings two different coats of arms relating to the two branches.
The buildings have a Venetian style; among them, you can admire the Palazzo Zaro, which initially belonged to the counts of Polcenigo.
In 1607, the counts had to sell it to the Venetian Manin family to pay the ransom to the Turks, who had imprisoned two family members.
Other noteworthy buildings are Palazzo Polcenigo with its large magnolia, the oldest in Friuli; Palazzo Pezzuti, Palazzo Fullini Zaia, and Palazzo Scolari Salice from the 17th century. The latter boasts a splendid Italian garden, the work of the engineer Pietro Quaglia.
Also in via Coltura are "Le tole delle poesie," a project started in July 2019. The poems are published every week.
Crafts
Various handicraft activities arose thanks to a large amount of water. Do not miss the Modolo mill, which remained in operation until 1985. With its three wheels and 22 horsepower, it was undoubtedly the most powerful mill in Polcenigo. Its mechanisms were fueled by the waters of the Gorgazzetto, also used in other activities such as grinding cereals, spinning for silk, mills for pressing olives, and public washhouses.
The Casa Torre Croda, dating back to the XIII-XIV century, is worth a visit. Inside you can admire the handcrafted ceramics made by Mrs. Savina.
Manifestations
For over 300 years, the basket festival has been held in the first week of September, which aims to commemorate the ancient craftsmanship of containers made of wicker, rush, and raffia, used above all for the grape harvest.
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