Accumoli facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Accumoli
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| Comune di Accumoli | ||
Lago Secco in the Monti della Laga.
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Lazio | |
| Province | Rieti (RI) | |
| Frazioni | Cassino, Cesaventre, Colleposta, Collespada, Fonte del Campo, Grisciano, Illica, Libertino, Macchia, Macchiola, Mole, Poggio Casoli, Poggio d'Api, Roccasalli, San Giovanni, San Giovanni Vecchio, Terracino, Tino, Villanova | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 87.37 km2 (33.73 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 855 m (2,805 ft) | |
| Population
(31 March 2017)
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| • Total | 641 | |
| • Density | 7.337/km2 (19.002/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Accumolesi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
02011
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| Dialing code | 0746 | |
| Patron saint | Holy Virgin Addolorata | |
| Saint day | Third Sunday in September | |
Accumoli is a small town, also called a comune (municipality), in the Lazio region of Italy. It is located in the Province of Rieti, about 110 kilometers (68 miles) northeast of Rome. Accumoli is also about 45 kilometers (28 miles) northeast of the city of Rieti.
This town is special because it sits inside a beautiful natural park called the "Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga National Park". Accumoli is high up in the mountains, at an altitude of 855 meters (2,805 feet) above sea level. It's in the Apennine mountains, which run through Italy. Even though it's in the Rieti province, it's like a small island surrounded by the province of Ascoli Piceno. Before 1927, Accumoli was part of the Aquila province in another region called Abruzzo.
The weather in Accumoli is typical for mountains. Winters are cold and snowy, which is great for winter sports. Summers are usually not too hot, making it a nice place to visit.
History of Accumoli
The town of Accumoli began a long time ago, in the 12th century. At that time, the area around the Valle del Tronto was ruled by a group called the Italo-Normans. Later, it became part of a larger kingdom known as the Kingdom of Naples.
On August 24, 2016, a strong earthquake hit central Italy. Many buildings in Accumoli were damaged or destroyed during this event. The town has been working to rebuild since then.
Interesting Places to See
Accumoli has several old and important buildings that show its history.
- Civic Tower: This tower dates back to the 12th century. It is one of the oldest structures in the town.
- Palazzo del Podestà: This building is now the town hall. It was once the home of an important local official called a Podestà.
- Palazzo del Guasto: Built in the 15th century, this palace is another historic landmark.
- Palazzo Marini: This palace has a unique style called Mannerist. You can see a special entrance with diamond-shaped stones. It also has columns with fancy tops that look like twisted elephant legs.
- Palazzo Cappello: This palace was built in the 17th century. It is located close to the town's old medieval fortress.
- Monument to Salvatore: This monument was built in 1927. It is a tribute to someone important named Salvatore.
See also
In Spanish: Accumoli para niños
